When Aria finished her presentation, she glanced at Adrian, her eyes meeting his for a fleeting moment. A fast smile played on her lips before she turned back to the judges.
'She really was talking about me! Right?!'
Adrian felt a rush of emotions—pride, admiration, and a deep, undeniable affection for Aria. His resolve to confess to her rose even higher.
Meanwhile, the judges tasted her dish, their expressions lighting up with delight. They praised her creativity, the balance of flavors, and the unique magical infusion that elevated the tart to something truly exceptional.
Finally, the event ended and the winner was announced.
"The winner of the Gourmet Duel is... Aria Starlight!" the head judge announced, his voice ringing out across the arena.
The crowd erupted in applause and cheers. Adrian couldn't contain his excitement and clapped enthusiastically, his eyes fixed on Aria as she accepted her trophy with a graceful bow.
