The tent that was designated for the finalists had more than ten people yet the judges were to select only five of them. This made most of them to be on tenterhooks with their hearts drumming wildly because no one knew the exact winners.
Mr Alex held the tablet signaling the technician to turn on the LED screen to showcase the final results on the big screen. The playbacks from the start of the competition to the finals were showed making the audience that had missed some of the episodes to gasp in shock because it seemed that this year's competition was so stiff making it very hard for the judges to pick the best and only those who are cream. The emotions and the dance moves were shown perfectly by those who exceeded others. There's an episode were Priccy and Annabelle who danced in sync with the body gestures and their emotions the same. This made the audience to applause loudly because they had never seen such talented ladies but also with good looks !
After the brief playbacks, some participants were already sweating buckets because Priccy and Annabelle had attracted attention towards their tent since everyone wanted to catch glimpse of the talented beauties. Most people appreciated them whole heartedly while others were filled with envy and jealous whispering what was there to show off? One of the finalists that was behind Priccy and Annabelle's table was wearing a tight dress with her breasts almost bursting from the dress to escape. The heavy make-up she had applied almost made her seem like a vixen who was waiting to seduce any man. Those near her wondered why she could dress like that Infront of important figures.
She was dissatisfied with the attention Annabelle and her friend had attracted,she clutched her hands tightly almost her fingernails piercing her flesh. She gloated saying " hmph! though they got attention that doesn't mean that they are at the top of the world." After calming and convincing herself,a smile appeared once again on her heavily made up face. Though she had good looks,the way she has dressed spoilt everything.
Zara the MC of the day signaled the DJ to get into some music as the judges prepared themselves to reveal the top five winners of the competition. The remaining judges started lining up the stage with prizes to be worn by the winners. Mr Alex held the microphone and briefly explained the prizes that were gonna be given out. " The top winner will walk away with ten million Ugandan shillings with a chance to work with Mr. Jacob Hebrew the producer of Troy studios. The second winner was to get a project with National Television as their ambassador especially during the organized events for youths. The third winner was to feature in videos with top celebrities.The fourth and fifth winners would walk away with one million Ugandan shillings in cash." The audience were amazed by this out come because it was a done deal for everyone.
The longish silence made Mr Alex to start singling out the winners because he always valued time more than anyone. He started from the bottom to the top. Phinx please come forward,Bianca, Clara,Maya the unstoppable, lastly let's welcome the ever challenged but never equared Annabelle and priccy. After his final announcement,the audience cheered with others blowing trumpets to congratulate those who had made it to this year's competition.
Among the announced winners,Maya was the most shocked and regarded this outcome as a miracle from heaven because she still couldn't believe that she made it. Tears streamed down her small oval face that had no makeup at all. She remembered those final days when even her so called relatives who would have provided support but always mocked her for wasting her time as a dancer who had no future at all. Though the decision of deciding the winners wasn't easy,this made the judges to look out for all those who gave their all during the competition.
Though Annabelle had confidence,but she and priccy never thought that they could turn out to be the number one winners. Tears streamed down their faces as they hugged themselves tightly like a bear. Amir joined the trio because he also felt happy for his girlfriend and friend who had really made it. He was one of those who were at their beck and call whenever they wanted to get custumes. They went towards the stage to receive their prizes. Zara suddenly called out Mr Jacob Hebrew because he was an important figure in the entertainment world, and most important thing was that the number one winner had got the opportunity to work with such a handsome dude who was the most sort bachelor in the city and the dream husband for most ladies. Clara the girl who was wearing heavy make-up with a tight dress was also one of the winners. She was standing amidst Jacob Hebrew and wanted to use the opportunity to strike a conversation with him,but too bad he maintained an emotionless face. This left those who were observant to question Clara with their sharp gazes. This made her embarrassed because he completely treated her like something invisible.After the unfolded drama,those behind the cameras were very steady because they never wanted to miss any memory. Snapping memorable pictures, everyone was free to accept interviews.
After receiving their prizes,all the winners were all smiles as the reporters immediately flooded them because they had to interview them.
The reporters surrounded Priccy and Annabelle who have walked away with ten million Ugandan shillings and had got a chance to work with Mr Jacob Hebrew.
" So how do you feel being the talented beauty queens of this year's dance competition?" Sasha the reporter asked Priccy and Annabelle who were surrounded by a large group taking pics from all angles.
" First of all, we would like to thank New vision for organizing such an event that brought out all the hidden talents that people never thought would exist . The thing is we feel so good, because I believe it's our hard work and the will to fly and conquer the world that drove us all the way here ." Annabelle said surprising Sasha the reporter.
After another a round of interviews , it's then that Annabelle noticed Joshua in the corner of her eyes who was smirking besides Jacob Hebrew. Amir also noticed them and right away led Priccy and Annabelle to catch up with Joshua. " Hey Man,next time give us a signal before arriving because I thought you suddenly changed your mind over this." Amir said bumping his shoulders to Joshua's.
" That's totally not my style, and why would I ditch my talented sisters when it's such a great deal for them,hmmm." Joshua replied greeting Annabelle and priccy who were beaming with smiles. Jacob Hebrew was ignored but he didn't care but there's something that grasped his attention,the eyes of Annabelle that were sparkling with rear happiness seemed like an endless abyss that could suck him without return. Her smile was so dazzling that he felt something weird in his heart that he couldn't explain right away.
He was lost in his thoughts that he didn't realize that Annabelle had also met his gaze.
She didn't look away like all those pretentious girls who wanted to seek his attention. This really piqued his curiosity to know this of girl who was beautiful yet not easily swayed by his charming face. Joshua observed them like they were in a staring battle and cleared his throat to break the awkward situation.
" Guys am so sorry,I forget to introduce someone important, meet my best friend Jacob Hebrew." Joshua said nudging Jacob to shake hands with Priccy and Annabelle who replied with smiles. They decided to go back to their tables and chat because they had missed a lot during the period everyone was busy with their own lives.
Annabelle right away started scrolling through her social media accounts and was amazed by the progress her accounts had made. She checked the details but was shocked because the account has two thousand followers on TikTok only. This brought a smile to her face and regarded others as if they didn't entirely exist .
Though Jacob Hebrew seemed like he was deeply conversing with others,his eyes never left the spot were Annabelle was sitted.
He was surprised because after Joshua introduced them,she never once again looked his way but all her attention was on her phone. He suddenly remembered what Joshua had adviced, he should let the past go and move on. Maybe he was right, since it's like that,I think I have got my target.
" Girls what do you think about throwing aparty to celebrate your achievement and also meet some internet celebrities." Joshua said attracting the attention of Annabelle who was so engrossed with her phone.
" it's cool of you Joshua, thanks buddy you're always the best mwaaa." Priccy praised Joshua without realizing that there was someone sulking besides her.