Roadside Banquet

                         Roadside Banquet

A prestigious university in a thriving metropolis was ablaze/abuzz with jubilation. The aroma of delicious food wafted through the air, mingling with the sounds of laughter and cheerful chatter. The NTU Graduation Association had organized a grand roadside banquet on the Royal Palm Boulevard, transforming it into a vibrant and festive venue.

The preparations for the banquet had been meticulous (Þ very careful). Two hundred tables were set up on the boulevard, each one adorned / decorated with colorful tablecloths and elegant centerpieces. The tables were arranged in neat rows, forming a picturesque scene that stretched as far as the eye could see. It was a testament to the hard work and dedication of the association members who had put their hearts into making this event a resounding success.

As the evening wore on / As the afternoon was slowly fading into twilight, the graduating students emerged from various corners of the campus, radiating an air of confidence and pride. They donned their bachelor hoods, each representing their respective colleges, a symbol of their academic achievements and their journeys through NTU. Excitement and nostalgia permeated the air as lifelong friendships were rekindled, and memories of their university years were shared with laughter and emotion. 

Tucked along the boulevard stood a stage where graduating students displayed their diverse virtuosity. Some, bare-chested, took to the stage, playing the electric guitar to liven up the ambience. Others displayed their mastery of various instruments, filling the night air with melodies that resonated deep within the hearts of those present. For those who did not perform, they posed for a group photo with their smiles illuminating the evening sky. They stood shoulder to shoulder, ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives. It was a moment of unity and camaraderie that captured the essence of their time at college. 

The university president, along with the esteemed faculty members, meandering through the exuberant crowd, stopping at each table to toast the students. Amidst the clinking of glasses and hearty cheers, the faculty members extended their blessings, spoke of the endless possibilities that awaited them, and encouraged the graduates to stare down adversity and conquer it. It was a moment of inspiration, which ignited the students’ ambitions and served as a powerful reminder of the immense potential they possessed. 

The echoes of laughter and cheers still lingered in the air as the NTU roadside banquet was winding down. The event became a melting pot of joy, gratitude, and a tinge of melancholy. It was a bittersweet farewell to a cherished chapter of their lives, but it was also a moment of eager anticipation as students looked ahead to new odyssey that lay beyond the university’s walls.