Chapter 1031
Catherine looked at Serena, her eyes sparkling. “Oh, we originally wanted to sneak in and cheer for you without giving you any pressure, but I guess we got caught anyway p>
She immediately walked over to Serena, unable to hide the massive smile on her face. “Serena, my heart practically stopped watching you from the audience today! I always knew you were brilliant, but seeing it in person… I really felt how incredible you are p>
Old Mr. Lancaster beamed with pride. “It wasn’t just Serena who was incredible; all these kids were amazing! Holding the line for the first forty minutes with just three people that wasn’t easy. Not easy at all p>
Edward held up his hands, showing his palms to Serena. “That’s right! Serena was fantastic, and so were her teammates. Look at me, my hands are red from clapping so hard p>
Caleb and the others blushed furiously, waving their hands in a panic. “No, no p>
“It was all thanks to our Captain. If she hadn’t rushed back to save us at the last second, we… we definitely would have been eliminated p>
“Exactly! We only advanced because of the Captain p>
Catherine quickly cut them off. “Now, don’t say that p>
She grabbed Vanessa and Lydia’s hands affectionately. “You silly kids, if you hadn’t withstood the pressure and survived those grueling first forty minutes, it wouldn’t have mattered even if Serena did make it back in time. I watched you fight from the stands, and your unyielding spirit truly moved me p>
Julian chuckled softly. “Alright, there’s no need for anyone to be modest. You are my sister’s teammates; you are one cohesive unit. This victory belongs to all five of you. Without any single one of you, today’s win wouldn’t exist p>
“You guys are the best teammates my sister could ask for p>
The Lancaster family’s words were overwhelmingly sincere.
Caleb and the other three felt a lump form in their throats, pressing their lips together, unable to speak.
A warm feeling bloomed in their chests.
Their eyes grew hot.
Was this what it felt like to be acknowledged?
They had never received this kind of validation before.
In that moment, any lingering insecurity they felt about their impoverished backgrounds was completely healed by the Lancaster family.
They wiped their tears away and finally gave firm, determined nods.
Catherine smiled warmly, ushering them toward the manor. “Alright, alright, what are we all standing out here for? You must be exhausted after that intense match. Come on let’s head inside and get some lunch p>
The large group made their way into the grand estate.
Surrounded by family and friends.
The dark clouds that had gathered in Serena’s mind earlier began to clear.
Once they settled in the living room.
Edward couldn’t hold his tongue any longer. “Serena, that Doyle family is getting way out of line lately. To think they’d publicly defend that Dreamscape Initiative during such a major competition p>
He frowned, his tone dripping with disdain. “They should have disqualified that Dreamscape team on the spot. It’s just the Doyle family. No matter how much they posture, they’re nothing but a nuisance p>
Old Mr. Lancaster chimed in, radiating undeniable authority. “Serena, if the Doyle family ever makes you uncomfortable, just tell your dad or Julian. With a snap of
our fingers, the Doylefamilyss
good as gone p>
Back at the arena.
Seeing Bianca Doyle target their precious Serena and constantly run her mouth.
And then, even after it was proven that her team had used dirty tricks first.
They didn’t face any substantial punishment.