Life and Soul Reunited

by CypherCA

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Well, here's chapter 9. I'm really typing these up fast. I'd better pace myself. *pauses for two minutes* That's enough pacing. Now, S.D.G. is Sage's Drama Group, and I don't own Bye Bye Birdie or Romeo and Juliet. Enjoy!

Chapter 9: Battle of the.....Theater Groups?

"Attention all students," the intercom blared, "please remember that at lunch today there will be a talent show, and all classes will be ten minutes shorter. That's all."

The chemistry teacher began lecturing and Ryo turned to Sage. "Are you in that this year?"

"Of course. And I'm going to win like the last dozen times."

"Ms. Slocum?" Everyone looked at the normally quiet assistant.

"Yes?"

"Can I go deliver the, um, messages now?" Rich didn't really want to be the center of attention at this moment.

"Oh, right. I forgot. Go ahead. I'll see you Monday." She went back to lecturing as Rich packed up and left.

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Okay, I have that meeting at brunch, preparation before lunch, the talent show, and...oh.....what was the other thing I'm supposed to do today? Rich kept thinking hard as he delivered the little notes to his team. As he was leaving a US History class, it suddenly hit him. "Eureka!" he yelled out without thinking.

The professor tuned to him. "I'm glad you know the answer, but I was asking the class."

"Sorry," he turned red as he answered and left the now giggling class. At least I remembered that I have to meet Ro after school. What was the question the prof asked again? He kept asking himself until he finally remembered what the question was: What was California's state motto. A smile lit his face as he continued delivering his messages.

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Sage and his girls were walking towards the auditorium to do their rendition of a scene in Romeo and Juliet. He noticed Richard in the dance studio with a bunch of girls and some guys. He stopped to listen to what Rich was saying.

"....and I do know that the Flirt King has won in the past. But this time, the judges are going to see something new. So, let's get warm-ups over with."

Sage stopped listening and continued toward his destination. What can that stupid chemistry assistant do that's better than my SDG's flawless act. I'll show him that no one can beat Sage. He failed to notice the tapping of shoes and chorus of voices behind him.

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"That was SDG with Romeo and Juliet. And now, for our final performance: A Lot of Livin' to Do from Bye Bye Birdie."

That's us. "Everybody ready?" Everyone nodded yes. "Then let's break a leg."

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"And now the judges will make their final decision."

Rich turned to his group. "Remember, even if we didn't win anything, wh had fun and everyone did a great job; and that's all that matters."

"But..."

"Hold it. Before you protest, that's what they tell the actors in professional theater. I know, I've seen it." Everyone looked at him and acknowledged what he said before turning their heads towards the judges and audience.

"And second place is....." Sage was just imagining where to place his trophy this year. "...SDG with Romeo and Juliet!" There was a stunned silence from the crowd, mimicking Sage's stunned face. Then he put on a smile, walked out with his girls, took a bow, and stood to the side. The announcer cleared his throat to gain the audiences' attention again. "The winner of this talent show is........A Lot of Livin' to Do!" Rich and his group came on stage, nervous with the silence. Then, the entire auditorium gave them a standing ovation. The team mates looked at each other. They had beat SDG, the first group to do that since Sage's sophomore year. Rich accepted the trophy and his group pushed him to the microphone so he could say a few words.

"Well, I'm glad you enjoyed the show and I hope we'll be doing more performances for your enjoyment." Rich smiled his actor smile, and, with his group, left.

So, he has some talent after all. Sage thought darkly.

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"Aw wow! Someone out did Sage at a talent show! This is a first." Kento was talking to Ryo and Cye as they headed to class.

"Yeah. It's amazing. Let's not say anything though. Sage's ego has probably taken enough damage today. No need to rub it in." Cye put in his two cents.

"Still, you have to admit, that chemistry assistant really wiped the floor with him. I wonder where he learned to perform like that?" Ryo thought out loud.

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Wow. Rowen thought to himself. He's really good. I hope he remembers our meeting this afternoon. He continued walking to class, wondering what the best way to confront Rich about the armor would be.