Today I got humorously embarrassed.

All I could blame is myself. I was technically well prepared, however, I was physically worn down. I did manage to get second in the contest but it wasn't a very proud moment. During my speech I'd blatantly said a racist joke. It was purposeful, however, things did not go as planned. There's a saying that what you throw out, comes right back at you. Despite my numerous successful attempts, the crowd today wasn't really the most suitable one to be targeted at. Hence, the moment I triggered my initial untactful statement, the response I got from the audience was literally breath-taking. I was hyper ventilating on the spot and my confidence was crushed. My mind went blank, and I forgot the subsequent lines to smother the fire. It was like stabbing their hearts and leaving the knife there.

So to all those foreign students I'd offended: I really did not mean to be crude and I sincerely apologize for my naiveness. Our relationship started on the wrong foot and I do hope I'll be able to regain back that respect.

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