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"Do I look beautiful?"
As the final act concluded, the judges scored on the spot inside the venue. After eliminating the highest and lowest scores, the program with the highest final score was Emily's.
Thunderous applause filled the air as the dancers took the stage to accept their awards.
Presenting the trophy and certificate to Emily was none other than Cathy.
"Congratulations," Cathy said, her gaze on Emily both tender and doting, enveloping her in a gentle embrace.
Unaccustomed to such attention from an elder, Emily hugged Cathy back nervously. "Thank you."
Cathy's presence reminded her of Ronald Richardson. She hadn't seen him all evening. Hadn't he promised her an unforgettable surprise tonight? Could this be it?
She couldn't help but wonder if her mother, as the chief judge, had been lenient. Emily had always been insecure about her dancing skills, and this thoug
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