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CHAPTER 18

Author: lord james
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-01-23 20:40:42
Under the spotlight

Mila's POV

“You've got this!” I yelled at myself, trying to gather my composure. The stage lights were blinding, and that included the eyes of the audience and the judges. My heart was pounding rapidly inside my chest as the weight of the situation grew on me. The crowd noise died down further, making the moment more intense.

As I opened my mouth, I found myself focused on my performance. Every ounce of my energy and emotion poured into the lines I had rehearsed making them raw and come out with so much aura. I thought about everything that had happened to bring me here. I thought about my siblings, Jayden, and every bad thing that had happened in the past, how I had dreamt of something bigger like this. This was the one opportunity I needed, and I shouldn't mess it up.

The encouraging words of my siblings and Jayden. “You've got this” echoed loudly in my head, giving me more energy and confidence. I was doing this for them.

I noticed the judges watching calmly
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