The air was thick with anticipation.
Miura stood at the rostrum with the envelope containing the result, while others were intently staring at him.
Looking at the result, Miura revealed a faint smirk.
At that moment, Hiro stood to make way for a friend who had returned from the restroom. Just then, Miura exclaimed, "Takahashi Hiro!"
With the announcement, many let out a collective gasp, their eyes widening in disbelief and surprise.
With dilapidated eyes, they turned to look at Hiro.
Upon seeing him stand, they felt even more perplexed.
Did he already know that he'd win?
Was he confident of winning the award?
They couldn't help but think. Seeing him stand while everybody remained seated, they found it extremely difficult to comprehend the situation.
Hiro, himself was dumbfounded.
He had only stood to make way for his friend. But he hadn't expected that he'd get caught in the timing.