The students from the National Science University won first, second, and third place. Fourth place was Breith, whose expression was completely stiff. As for Cartright, he had only completed his sprint now.
The afternoon sun was scorching hot like an oven. The students sitting on the ground were all drenched in sweat, and their faces were red. Their eyes that were staring at the competition ground were so bright that it was as if they contained sunlight. They did not feel hot and were all energetic.
They won! They won beautifully.
Applause sounded like a tide. There were no shouts or cheers. There was only an orderly applause that reflected the discipline of the soldiers.
The applause didn't last long. After a few seconds, the applause disappeared like a tide. In the venue, Cartright and Brieth from Manchester stood together. Their arrogance was gone. There was only unwillingness.
