chapter 4

Allison and Jack returned to the music school, where Mrs. Anita reminded everyone that the competition was just a day away. "Tomorrow, we'll select the lead singer who will represent our school in the international competition," she announced, her voice filled with excitement. "New contestants will be joining you, and the competition will consist of three rounds. If you pass the first round, you'll qualify for the second, where you'll need to showcase not just your singing but also your dancing skills."

The room erupted in applause as Mrs. Anita and Mr. Steven headed to their office. Allison helped Jack to his room, making sure he took his medicine and rested. Meanwhile, Aria sat on the bus, feeling happy to have seen Jack again. She took her own medicine and sipped warm water, remembering Jack's advice to stay hydrated.

As she scrolled through her phone, Aria came across a video about the second round of the competition, which emphasized the importance of dancing skills. She realized she needed to practice and made a mental note to focus on her choreography.

The next day arrived, and Aria walked into the music school, determined to give her best performance. Mrs. Anita announced the contestants, and Aria's name was on the list. With a mix of excitement and nerves, she took her place alongside the other contestants, ready to face the competition head-on.

12 hours before the competition....

Allison heard the rumours about what's was going on, and felt that this might be a threat to her participating in the competition, finally her dream it coming through.

Everyone in the college, accused her of Emily, unfortunate account. She was blamed for what happened to Emily and why she left, the manager called her.

Mr. Joe, come on Allison sit down. Allison greeted smiling and sat down. "What did you send for me". She asked. He looked at her files and said, " didn't you hear the rumours going round the school, that you gave Emily a drink that could cause her to lose her voice" Allison couldn't believe what she heard, and looked through the door and saw that Sofia was behind everything, she knew that she didn't want her in the competition, because she knew she was a threat to becoming the lead singer, she said with her response shocking everyone, "Emily, is my Sister, she has a great voice, and was about becoming a star, I agree Emily was a big obstacle for me and my team in reaching the front line, because I know this is a competition I will never do anything, that would put my sister's life in danger" The manager was also shocked to find out that Emily and Allison are Sisters. She then continued and said, "a day, before Emily was about to perform with Jack, I saw her drinking the orange juice that was served to my sister but I don't know who sent it, I decided to go see how her performance is going, but then her voice seize she couldn't sing anymore, I was there I shouted for help, then she was rushed to the hospital, then I sang with Jack that day, bit then I noticed something strange" the manager asked, "what did you notice"?" He asked. She continued, "Antihistamines was added to Emily drinks, I did a background check, the doctor also confirmed it's a drugs that makes one vocal cords, and cause loss of voice, I urge u to investigate and take action immediately"

The manager nodded and asked her to go back to the hall, she nodded and thanked him. She met Sofia and Ivy outside, she said, "from now on we are no longer a team, this is the competition, everyone is on their own" she walked away.

Ivy turned and said, "how could you frame your own team mate, and you made me believe that Allison is the culprit, you should be ashamed of yourself, excuse me" she left.

Sofia realised her plan failed, and Decided to focus on the competition in reaching the finals.

1 hours to the competition....

Allison dressed wore a black jeans, a white singlet, and a black jacket, accessorized with her guitar. After applying her makeup, she took a moment to call her mom. Ivy, sporting a stylish blue skirt and white singlet with a matching blue jacket, fixed her hair elegantly. Leah, in a stunning white fitted gown and heels, also prepared herself meticulously. The team, ready and determined, got set for the upcoming competition. Jack made a heartfelt visit to Allison before her departure, exchanging tight hugs and words of encouragement. With a nod and a final embrace, they bid each other farewell as they embarked on their journey to the competition venue.

Mrs Anita announced the contestants, and Aria's name was on the list. With a mix of excitement she took her place alongside the other contestants. Allison was shocked to see that Aria is part of the competition, Jack waved at Aria, she also waved back at him.

Allison was called on stage as the first person to person, she was nervous at first but decided that she can do it. The judges were, Mrs Anita, Mr Steven, Mr Joe, and one of the international judge, Mr Liam, who will be selecting the winner, the trophy was designed in gold. Mr Liam stood up from his chair , "let the competition begin, what's your name" he sat back at his chair. Allison responded, "my name's Allison, I joined this college 3 years ago I want to take up the leadership role and become the lead singer"

Everyone clapped

"Alright go on sing, anymore wish you all the best" he said

Allison smiled, "thank you sir"

"Remember, the click is ticking you don't have much time to spend here"

Allison faced the crowd, "hello everyone, thank you all for coming"

The title of the song is "never give up"

It's a self empowering song overcoming fears and doubt.

Verse 1:

(Allison)

I stand at the edge, heart beating fast a chance to break free, to make it last I've been held down, bit I won't give in this is

My moment, I'm ready to begin

Crowd:(Murmuring) what's wrong with her voice.

(Ivy felt sorry for what she did to Allison, and decided to go join her on stage, ivy and Leah took the Mike and sang the chorus)

Chorus:

I'll rise up, I will shine my light

I'll make it happen, I'll flight

I'll keep on trying, till I get it right

I'll make changes, I'll ignite

(The crowd starting cheering, Allison was so happy to see her friends join her on stage as soon as Allison wanted to sing the other part, Aria took the Mike and came on stage)

Verse 2

(Aria)

I've been held back, by fears and doubts

But I won't let them win, I'll shout it out

I'll take the leap, I'll make the change

I'll rise above, I'll rearrange

Jude Liam: this is A duo a fight to reach the top, Allison and Aria will have to sing the rest on the song, you all may leave the stage.

(Ivy and Leah, left the stage, they both wished Allison good luck)

Aria said to herself, "let see how you beat the real owner of the song, how dare you steal my song Allison, you messed with the wrong person"

(Aria carried the Microphone and sang verse 3 of the song)

(Aria and Allison sang the chorus)

(Allison couldn't remember verse 4 of the song, Aria walked around the stage sing the last verse of the song)

Aria sang the last verse of the song, surprising everyone.

(Everyone was surprised, the crowd clapped their hands the judge was surprised, liam smiled at Aria, stood up and clap)

Liam: wow

Alright all members be on stage

(The crowd clap so loudly at their performance)

Judge Liam: who is that girl, her voice is magical(Liam thought to himself)

Mrs Anita: she isn't a member of this college

You could Allison sang really well.

(Allison angrily looked at Aria for stealing her spotlight) Ivy and Leah asked Allison how that girl know their song)

(Aria looked at the crowd, and she was smiling)

(Aria, Allison, ivy and Leah were told to stand in line),

Judge Liam: wow, what a song (he clapped)

I have never heard anything like that, it's like the song conveys a meaning, self empowering you all dream of becoming a star, but there will only be one winner, let me announce. ..the lead singer who had the voice, and sang with emotion(Aria was nervous)

You all are qualified to the next round

(They were so excited, the crowd clapped, cheering for them)

And the lead singer is...