Chapter: 1396
Drawing in a deep breath, he focused all his attention on the forthcoming performance. It was a culmination of countless hours spent in relentless training and the memory of over a hundred past shows. Wasn't this what it had all been leading to? He couldn't afford to falter now.
With unyielding resolve, Tom raised his hand, a signal to the accompanying band that the moment had arrived.
As the first notes filled the air, a hushed silence descended upon the entire audience. Tom's voice, slightly hoarse but bearing the raw vitality of youth and rebellion, seized the crowd's attention in an instant.
His rock and roll vocals resonated with power, setting ablaze an atmosphere that engulfed both the live audience and the online viewers, drawing forth cheers and applause in a fiery display.
Following the electrifying performance, the time came for the critical judging phase. To Tom's astonishment, he received exceptionally high scores from both the judges and the live audience.
As the scores lit up the screen, Ariana's relief was tempered by lingering concern for Tom's health.
Yet, on stage, Tom betrayed no signs of discomfort. It was only when he stepped off the stage, his eyes meeting Ariana's, that he turned pale and uttered, “Ariana, I feel dizzy and nauseous."
Without hesitation, Ariana rushed to his side, supporting him toward the dressing room.
"Rest for a moment; I'll call a doctor for you," she insisted, reaching for her phone. But Tom, though weak, shook his head.
"It's alright, I can hold on. I'll head to the hospital after Franklin and the others perform, once the group scores are announced."
Ariana needed to stay around for the show, so she arranged for someone else to take care of Tom.
It was nearly time for the Chamberlain brothers to step onto the stage. Woodrow, his pallor betraying his anxiety, confided in Ariana, “Ariana, I'm feeling dizzy too, and incredibly nervous."
Unable to contain a smile, Ariana playfully patted him on the back and teased, “Dizzy, huh? Come on, you've got to remember to stand up straight."
In the live chat room, the audience couldn't help but react with laughter as they witnessed this endearing scene. Comments poured in, likening Ariana to a protective big sister, diligently caring for her younger siblings.
However, among the viewers, curiosity was piqued regarding what the two brothers would deliver on stage, considering their relatively weak foundation in previous performances.
Then, to everyone's astonishment, two voices seamlessly harmonized, captivating the entire audience.
"They're actually performing in an a cappella style?"
"This is incredibly challenging."
Franklin and Woodrow took on all vocal ranges themselves, with the choir providing backup vocals. Their entire stage performance was nothing short of outstanding, and they chose to sing classic songs that further showcased their exceptional talents.
The audience watched in amazement, for a cappella was a highly demanding singing style that required impeccable coordination. No one had expected the Chamberlain brothers to tackle such a vocal challenge on stage.