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This story is rapidly approaching the 13,000 hits mark, which I am soo happy to find out about. :D I'm just so in love with this story plot right now. I would have never even thought that I would get this far on it.
I mean, all of my other stories have way less chapters than this one, and this one has the most reviews on it! :D
Anyways, it's time for the Talent Show! :) I'm excited for all of the music I'll be putting in there.
By the way, one reader said that she didn't really like my song choice for Bella – The Climb song by Miley Cyrus and all – and really, I was hooked on it for a while, but now I can't really think of anything about it. Lately, whenever I would listen to the song, I would just picture the school year for Bella and Edward, with all of the adventures she and the others did and will do.
So, that is why I only chose the song.
But, I think I will change it to something else… somehow.
Also, I'm changing Edward's song that he and the others are singing; it's a little song that I've been obsessed with lately.
Now, enough of me rambling; onto the new chapter! ^_^
MUSIC:
"Jai Ho!" (You Are My Destiny) by the Pussycat Dolls
Thriller by Michael Jackson
Dancing Queen by Abba (listen to the Meryl Streep version; it fits better into the show)
Don't Stop Believin' by Journey (Listen to the Glee Version though)
No One by Aly and AJ
Her Diamonds by Rob Thomas
He Said She Said by Ashley Tisdale
Chapter 35
Bella's POV
"Seriously? You want to change the song?" I looked up from my lap and nodded to Mrs. Di Angelo, as she sighed.
It was two days before the big night – Talent Show night. And I was a nervous wreck now; I was so nervous mainly because the whole thing would be broadcasted on LIVE television! I mean, seriously; does it HAVE to be on television?! Edward and the others didn't have a problem at all with it being on television really, unlike me.
"I just don't think that "The Climb" really suits me anymore." I mumbled, fiddling with my shirt – a white and blue striped shirt that was a little off the shoulder, with dark denim jeans and black high heel Mary Janes, a sea blue bag by my feet. I also had on a dark navy blue hat, with sapphire earrings and a flower-shaped crystal ring to go with the outfit. (On my profile!)
"Well, I guess we can change it for you, Bella. What would you like your new song to be?" she asked me, taking out a pen and paper, where I saw other people's names written down on it. I quickly told her my new song as she nodded and scribbled it down.
"There you go, Bella; a new song." She said to me, smiling up at me. I smiled back at her and left her office, where Edward was waiting outside. He was wearing a dark blue polo shirt with black jeans to go with it, along with black converse. "You're up next." I whispered to him, as he nodded and patted my bum – luckily no one saw him do so. I giggled and sat down in the chair outside her office, as Edward walked inside.
A few minutes later or so, Edward came back out and held out his hand for me, as I took it.
We walked to the music room and found everyone that was on the Talent Show was waiting there. We quickly walked over to where our friends were, along with Jessica, Tanya and Irina. We've been getting along really well lately, thankfully. I've learned that Irina and Jessica did indeed have boyfriends – they're names were Laurent and of course, Mike Newton. I met Laurent after I had been getting along with Irina, Jessica and Tanya, and he was so perfect for Irina; always gentlemanly and just sweet to her. He sometimes treated her like his best friends, but still he loved her to death.
Tanya was single still though, and I hope she'll find that right someone soon. I can see that she stares at all couples with a longing look, but I just have a feeling she'll meet that someone soon.
Mrs. Di Angelo, Mr. Kartachna and Mrs. Looseily walked in the music room a while later, as they began calling people's names. "Lauren Mallory?" Mrs. Di Angelo called out, but no response.
Suddenly, the music doors slammed open as Lauren came strutting in, wearing the typical short-shorts with a low cut tank top, and high heels. And by her sides were two girls named Lacy and Marcia – Lauren's new lackeys. Lacy was a dirty blond, bright green eyed girl with tanned skin, as some freckles were splashed across her nose. She was only a little shorter that Lauren. Marcia was a bright red-head with dark brown eyes, and a tiny nose. She had full lips, as her curly red hair covered her large ears; she had fair, pale skin and was the same height as Lauren.
"Ah, yes, Miss Mallory. You're late." Mr. Kartachna announced, sounding a little peeved. "Like, whatever." Lauren muttered, bored. Lacy and Marcia both looked in Edward's direction as they winked at him; I glared menacingly at them which sent them cowering behind their leader.
"Calm down, love." Edward whispered in my ear as he wrapped an arm around my waist.
"Well, now that we have everyone here, let's discuss what will be happening on Talent Show night." Mrs. Looseily started, as she gestured for everyone to sit down; we complied and sat down on the carpeted floor of the music room.
"As you all know, this event will be taking place on live TV, where everyone in Washington will be watching; it will be broadcasted on live News. So, families and friends will be coming to the show on that night, as everyone who doesn't live in the area will be watching. This is a chance to show what you teens are really made of, to show that you all have talent in yourselves. But, we have a special twist for all of you. The Talent Show will have three winners – 1st, 2nd and 3rd – where they will earn trophies and if they're really good, then our famous, special judge will give you a chance to get your talent casted! You could all become famous, if you have the right talent that's good. But, we're not trying to pressure you here; just get on that stage and have fun with the whole thing. You all have your dreams that you want to follow, and we know that you need to get there somehow. So, have fun and never forget that all of you are unique in your own ways." Mrs. Di Angelo explained to us, smiling and beaming at all of us.
"Now, for our performances, we have Edward Cullen and his band performing, then we have Bella performing on her own, then with Alice Cullen and Rosalie Hale. Then we have all of our group performances – Thriller, Dancing Queen and Jai Ho! – but we have one more song for all of you. It's "Don't Stop Believin'" and we'll give our lead singers the song version we would like them to sing. And of course, we have Lauren and her friends performing, along with all of you who are performing as well. Everyone got it?" Mrs. Looseily asked us, as we nodded.
After the meeting ended, Mrs. Di Angelo handed us the version of the "Don't Stop Believin'" song they wanted us to sing, before we left with the others.
"What do you want to do now?" Edward asked me. I shrugged, before I smiled. I stole his part of music and took off running. "Catch me if you want it back!" I called over my shoulder, laughing as I saw his shocked face. He smiled and began running after me.
We ran past Emmett, Rosalie, Alice and Jasper, along with Lily, Melantha, Rischè and Des. "What are you doing, BellaRoo?" Emmett called out to me as I ran past him. "Having fun!" I yelled back, laughing as I continued to run. Edward broke through the small group, sending them dodging to the sides, as Edward ran after me.
"Oh, I want to play tag too!" Emmett called out goofily, as he began running after Edward and me. The others followed after him, laughing at his childishness. We blew past Tanya, Jessica, Irina, Mike, Tyler and Eric, then Jason and Kyle. "Oh, a chase!" Jason called out like Emmett, and soon they were chasing after us as well.
We were now a long line of people running around the school – everyone mainly chasing after me. We passed by lots of students, as they watched us run around like children. It's amazing I could do all of this in high heels. "Get back here, BellaRoo!" Emmett called up to me, but I only laughed. "Have to catch me first!" I shouted, laughing, as I ran around the fountain.
I looked up at the sky all of sudden as it was dark with clouds overhead. It looked ready to start raining in any minute. "Bella!" Edward yelled at me as I shook my head, before I looked ahead of me and screamed; freshman boys and girls were walking in a large group as I barreled towards them.
"Watch out!" I screamed to them, as they looked up before they scrambled away from me. I ran past them, with the others still chasing after me. I came up towards the Dorm courtyard, just as rain began falling. "Yes!" I yelled as I stopped by the courtyard fountain. I heard people skidding to a stop and looked back to see everyone had stopped…
Only to crash into each other and sprawl on the ground. I folded up the music and placed in my pocket, before I laughed at them. "I win; I reached home base." I called out teasingly, as everyone stood up on their feet again. "You didn't say anything about home base, Bella." Tanya told me, smiling.
"Oh, well, there is one now!" I called out again, before I skipped around the fountain, the rain now pouring. Edward laughed and met me on the other side, picking me up easily. The others yelled and cheered for the rain, before they began skipping or dancing in the rain. I smiled at everyone's happiness as Edward stroked my back.
"What brought on the sudden chase, love?" he asked me, setting me on my feet again. "I just wanted to lift everyone's spirits up; they seemed a little tense because of the Talent Show." I explained it to him, pecking his cheek.
"You know you're just perfect, right love?" he asked me, smiling crookedly down at me.
I smiled up at him and answered back, "Not as perfect as you are."
I broke free from his arms and danced in the rain, spinning in circles and just enjoying the ecstatic energy everyone was emitting. Edward smiled at me, and joined me, picking me up and spinning us in circles.
The afternoon was perfect.
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(Sorry about that little chasing scene; I couldn't really think of anything to put in there before I cut to Talent Show night. Also, I was listening to "Send It On" done by some Disney Channel singers – all who I detest and despise. . I have the song on my I-pod now… But I only downloaded it for a good cause; it's for the environment… at least I think. Oh well, back to the chapter.)
The two days passed by quickly, and now it was Talent Show night. If you thought I was feeling nervous two days ago, well, let's just say if you said anything about singing, I'll freak. We were back in the auditorium, as the seats were filling up quickly with family members and friends, waiting for the show. We were going to sing "Jai Ho!" first, then go on to singing separately.
I was pacing behind the curtains, as everyone ran around me, while I wore a mid-drift top that was orange and it exposed my flat stomach. I also wore black flowy caprice that stopped a little below my knees, along with black boots and a sheer, silk scarf. I had my hair pulled back in a braid, as I wore bangles on my wrists.
I was stopped by bumping into someone, as I looked up and saw it was Edward. "Hey, what's wrong, love?" he asked me softly. "I'm just… nervous." I answered quietly, looking down at my outfit. Edward's outfit was a street outfit – part of the story behind the dance as Mrs. Di Angelo and Mrs. Looseily put it.
"I know you are nervous love; we're all nervous. But, you, I and the rest of us only need confidence from the families and friends out there; that's all we need. You and I both know that you can sing perfectly, so I know you will not mess up. Just go out there, and focus on anything – me, Alice, Emmett, your mom – anyone that you need to focus on. Okay?" he encouraged me as I nodded. "That's my lamb." He whispered, smiling crookedly at me. I giggled and pecked his lips.
Mrs. Di Angelo, Mrs. Looseily and Mr. Kartachna walked out onto the stage, the spotlight on them. "Welcome to our Annual Talent Show, here at Forks Spartan Academy. We've been given the chance to have our performance broadcasted live around Washington News. We have a very special guest judge with us this evening, and Aro Volturi – the famous casting director for all the famous singers, dancers and performers of today! Now, let's begin our Talent Show off with our entire group of performers. Our lead singers are Bella Swan and Edward Cullen, along with their backup singers – Alice Cullen and Rosalie Hale, along with Emmett Cullen and Jasper Hale!" Mrs. Di Angelo announced, and there, it was our cue to enter on stage.
Everyone in the auditorium cheered as we came onto the stage and got into our positions. Then, the music started.
(Okay, now here's where all of the music begins… Remember, if you want to see the dance they're doing, go onto my website and scrolled down until you find the Talent Show – Group Dance video from Youtube. On with the chapter!)
(Jai Ho)
(Jai Ho)
I got (I got) shivers (shivers),
When you touch away,
I'll make you hot,
Get all you got,
I'll make you wanna say
(Jai Ho)
(Jai Ho)
I got (I got) fever (fever),
Running like a fire,
For you I will go all the way,
I wanna take you higher
(Jai Ho)
I keep it steady
Cuz steady is how I feel it.
This beat is heavy, so heavy,
You gon feel it.
(Jai Ho)You are the reason that I breathe,(Jai Ho)
You are the reason that I still believe,(Jai Ho)
You are my destiny,
Jai Ho! Uh-uh-uh-oh!
(Jai Ho)No there is nothing that can stop us(Jai Ho)
Nothing can ever come between us,(Jai Ho)
So come and dance with me,
Jai Ho! (oohh)
Catch me, catch me, catch me, come and catch me,
I want you now,
I know you can save me, come and save me,
I need you now.
I am yours forever, yes, forever,
I will follow,
Anywhere in anyway,
Never gonna let go.
Jai Ho
(Jai Ho) Escape (escape) away (away),
I'll take you to a place,
This fantasy of you and me,
I'll never lose the chase. (Jai Ho)
Yeaahhhh (Jai Ho) Yeaahhhh
I can (I can) feel you (feel you),
Rushing through my veins,
There's an notion in my heart,
I will never be the same.
(Jai Ho)Just keep it burnin', yeah baby,
Just keep it comin', (Jai Ho)
You're gonna find out, baby,
I'm one in a million.
(Jai Ho)You are the reason that I breathe,(Jai Ho)
You are the reason that I still believe,(Jai Ho)
You are my destiny,
Jai Oh! Uh-uh-uh-oh!
(Jai Ho)No there is nothing that can stop us(Jai Ho)
Nothing can ever come between us(Jai Ho)
So come and dance with me,
Jai Ho! (oohh) (You and me, it's destiny)
Catch me, catch me, catch me, come and catch me,
I want you now,
I know you can save me, come and save me,
I need you now.
I am yours forever, yes, forever,
I will follow,
Anywhere in anyway,
Never gonna let go.
Jai Ho (Yeeeaaahh), Jai Ho (Yeeeaaahh), Jai Ho
I need you,
Gonna make it,(Jai Ho)
I'm ready,
So take it!
(Jai Ho)You are the reason that I breathe,(Jai Ho)
You are the reason that I still believe,(Jai Ho)
You are my destiny,
Jai Oh! Uh-uh-uh-oh!
(Jai Ho)No there is nothing that can stop us,(Jai Ho)
Nothing can ever come between us,(Jai Ho)
So come and dance with me,
Jai Ho! (oohh) (You and me, it's destiny)
Jai Ho!
Baila baila!
Baila baila!
Jai Ho!
Baila baila!
Jai Ho!
We ended our dance in poses, as I was in Edward's arms from dancing all around the stage so much. Everyone erupted into applauding and loud cheering; the auditorium felt as though it was being shaken from an earthquake. We all bowed and filed off the stage.
After that group performance, Mrs. Di Angelo – along with Mrs. Looseily and Mr. Kartachna – were calling students up for their performances, while they took score on their performances. "Next up, we have Lauren Mallory, with her friends, Marcia and Lacy – singing "He Said She Said" by Ashley Tisdale!" Mrs. Looseily announced.
Lauren and her two friends walked onto the stage, wearing hip-hopish outfits. They stood in a triangular form, as the music started.
Ahhh
Boy walkin' the spot he so fresh and (uh huh)
He got what he needs impressin' (uh huh)
Just look at the way that he dressin' (uh huh)
Ain't no question chicks like oh
Girl walk in the spot she stop traffic (uh huh)
She blowin' your mind with her asset (uh uh)
So Jessica Alba fantastic
Instant classic boys like oh
Baby I can see us movin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We don't need no more that he said, she said
Baby I can see us movin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We don't need another he said, she said
He said girl you winning
She said boy where you been at (where you been)
Stop talkin' lets get with it
Just like that they
He said your amazing
She said then why you waiting
No more deliberating
Wat'cha doin' lets get to it
Just like that they
Uh
Boy acting as if there's no pressure
He'd do anything to get with her
He say anything to convince her
Money spent to diamonds sent her
Girl playing it cool but she's with it
She loving the fact she's gifted
Everything that he do she gets lifted
Feels so wicked loving like oh
Baby I can see us movin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We don't need no more that he said, she said
Baby I can see us movin like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We dont need another he said she said
He said girl you winning
She said boy where you been at (where you been)
Stop talkin' lets get with it
Just like that they
He said your amazing
She said then why you waiting
No more deliberating
Wat'cha doin' lets get to it
Just like that they
One night with you
Boy just one night with you
All the things we can do
Everyday I think of
one night with you
No one else but us two
All our dreams would come true
If we just get together! (yeah yeah yeah)
Baby I can see us movin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We don't need no more that he said, she said
Baby I can see us movin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us touchin' like that (like that)
Baby I can see us kissin' like that (like that)
We don't need another he said, she said
Uh What You Waiting for
He said girl you winning
She said boy where you been at (where you been)
Stop talkin' lets get with it
Just like that they
He said your amazing
She said then why you waiting
No more deliberating
Wat'cha doin' lets get to it
Just like that they
Give it to me baby!
You're gonna like it (uh)
You're gonna want it (uh)
You're gonna like it (uh)
We don't need no more that he said she said
You're gonna like it (yeah)
You're gonna want it (you're gonna want it)
You're gonna like it (yeah yeah)
We don't need no more that he said she said
Lauren and her friends ended in poses as well, as everyone cheered for them. They smiled and nodded, blowing kisses to the crowd as they skipped off the stage. "Top that, Bella." Lauren sneered at as she passed by me when she was backstage.
"Now, let's give it up for Bella Swan!" Mrs. Looseily yelled into her microphone, as everyone applauded. I blushed as I walked onto the stage, wearing a sleeveless top that stretched down to my knees, with black skinny jeans underneath it. I had on black high heels as aviator sunglasses rested on top of my head.
I stepped up to the microphone, and soon, the music started.
I am movin' through the crowd
Trying to find myself
Feel like a guitar that's never played
Will someone strum away
And I ask myself
Who do I wanna be
Do I wanna throw away the key
And invent a whole new me
And I tell myself
No one, no one (don't wanna be)
No one, but me
You are movin' through the crowd
Trying to find yourself
Feelin' like a doll left on a shelf
Will someone take you down
And you ask yourself
Who do I wanna be
Do I wanna throw away the key
And invent a whole new me
Gotta tell yourself
No one, no one (don't wanna be)
No one, but me
Your life plays out on the shadows of the wall
You turn the light on to erase it all
You wonder what it's like to not feel worthless
So open all the blinds and all the curtains
No one, no one (don't wanna be)
No one, but me
We are movin' through the crowd
I stopped singing as I looked out at the crowd to see all of them smiling and cheering me on. I laughed and bowed to them. I ran backstage, as everyone congratulated me on my performance. Now it was time for the Thriller dance. We all got on our costumes from Halloween, and went onto the stage quietly, for it was dark and no one could see us.
"Now, we please enjoy this next group dance from our students as they perform the Thriller!" Mrs. Di Angelo announced, before she and the other two hurried off stage. The music began playing as we began dancing to it. Edward would be singing this song with Jasper and Emmett.
It's close to midnight and something evil's lurking in the dark
Under the moonlight, you see a sight that almost stops your heart
You try to scream but terror takes the sound before you make it
You start to freeze as horror looks you right between the eyes
You're paralyzed
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
And no one's gonna save you from the beast about strike
You know it's thriller, thriller night
You're fighting for your life inside a killer, thriller tonight
You hear the door slam and realize there's nowhere left to run
You feel the cold hand and wonder if you'll ever see the sun
You close your eyes and hope that this is just imagination, girl!
But all the while you hear the creature creeping up behind
You're out of time
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
There ain't no second chance against the thing with forty eyes, girl
Thriller, thriller night
You're fighting for your life inside a killer, thriller tonight
Night creatures calling, the dead start to walk in their masquerade
There's no escaping the jaws of the alien this time
(They're open wide)
This is the end of your life
They're out to get you, there's demons closing in on every side
They will possess you unless you change that number on your dial
Now is the time for you and I to cuddle close together, yeah
All through the night I'll save you from the terror on the screen
I'll make you see
That this is thriller, thriller night
'Cause I can thrill you more than any ghost would ever dare try
Thriller, thriller night
So let me hold you tight and share a
Killer, diller, chiller, thriller here tonight
'Cause this is thriller, thriller night
Girl, I can thrill you more than any ghost would ever dare try
Thriller, thriller night
So let me hold you tight and share a killer, thriller, ow!
(I'm gonna thrill ya tonight)
Darkness falls across the land
The midnight hour is close at hand
Creatures crawl in search of blood
To terrorize y'alls neighborhood
I'm gonna thrill ya tonight, ooh baby
I'm gonna thrill ya tonight, oh darlin'
Thriller night, baby, ooh!
The foulest stench is in the air
The funk of forty thousand years
And grizzly ghouls from every tomb
Are closing in to seal your doom
And though you fight to stay alive
Your body starts to shiver
For no mere mortal can resist
The evil of the thriller
We ended in just poses again – our hands up in the air and curled like claws. Everyone cheered all over again, as we bowed and ran off stage. Edward's band began setting up on the stage, as they all changed back into their regular outfits. Then, Alice and Rosalie got in the back with Jason and Kyle, while I got up front with Edward, Jasper and Emmett. We were given microphones, and then they started playing the song.
Oh what the hell she says I just can't win for losing
And she lays back down
Man there's so many times I don't know what I'm doing
Like I don't know now
By the light of the moon she rubs her eyes
Says it's funny how the night
Can make you blind
I can just imagine
And I don't know what I'm supposed to do
But if she feels bad then I do too
So I let her be
(Chorus)
And she says uuuh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win it's
Hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down
She sits down and stares into the distance
And it takes all night
And I know I could break her concentration
Oooh but it don't feel right
By the light of the moon she rubs her eyes
Sits down on the bed and starts to cry
And there's something less about her
And I don't know what I'm supposed to do
So I sit down and I cry too
Don't let her see
(Chorus)
And she says uuuh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
Cause I can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win it's
Hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down
(Bridge)
She shuts out the night
Tries to close her eyes
If she can find daylight
She'll be all right
She'll be all right
Just not tonight
(Chorus)
And she says oooh
I can't take no more
Her tears like diamonds on the floor
And her diamonds bring me down
CauseI can't help her now
She's down in it
She tried her best and now she can't win it's
Hard to see them on the ground
Her diamonds falling down
(repeat)
I can't take no more
Diamonds on the floor
Her diamonds falling down
I can't take this diamonds falling down
After the song was finished, we walked off the stage as everyone applauded. We changed our outfits – again – and went back on the stage, wearing sixties or seventies outfits. "Now, here's another performance by our Talent Show group, as they sing Dancing Queen! Well, at least the girls will." Mr. Kartachna said, as everyone laughed at the last part. I got into my position by Alice and Rosalie, as everyone was around us. The music began playing.
You can dance you can jive, having the time of your life
See that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for the place to go
Where they play the right music, getting in the swing
You come in to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music, everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
You are the dancing queen, young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen, feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance you can jive, having the time of your life
See that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave them burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
You are the dancing queen, young and sweet, only seventeen
Dancing queen, feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance you can jive having the time of your life
See that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
Diggin' the dancing queen…
You can dance,
You can jive,
Having the time of your life,
See that girl, watch that scene,
diggin' the dancing queen
After we had finished up that song, we went back stage and pulled on new outfits, for our last performance, then there will be the awarding part after this last song. Alice, Rosalie and I all wore suspender shorts and hats on our heads, while the guys did the same thing – well they wore pants, not the shorts.
"And now, for our final song of the evening, we give you "Don't Stop Believin'" by Journey! And they song will be sung in a duet by Edward Cullen and Bella Swan!" Mrs. Looseily announced, as Edward and I stepped forward, our heads bowed. The music began, as the others began singing the chorus.
(Bold with Italics = Edward; Bold with no Italics = Bella; Bold, Italics and Underline = Both)
Just a small town girl
livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere
A singer in a smoky room
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the nights
Streetlights, people
Living just to find emotion
Hiding somewhere in the nights
Working hard to get my fill,
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice
Just one more time
Some will win, some will lose
Some are born to sing the blues
And now the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the nights
Streetlights, people
Living just to find emotion
Hiding somewhere in the nights
Don't stop believin
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight, people
(repeat)
Don't stop!
I panted long and hard like Edward after we had stopped singing, along with dancing, since we were dancing across the stage to the song. Everyone stood up from their seats, cheering very loudly and clapping extremely hard. Edward and I smiled, as we kissed each other; that only raised more cheering and clapping from everyone.
Everyone behind us who had been dancing and singing hard too, were cheering and laughing. The girls were jumping up and down excitedly, as the guys whooped. "That concludes all of the acts for tonight everyone! And now, my associates and I will now calculate our scores and see who the winners are. We may be judging them off in groups, couples or by themselves – whichever Mister Aro Volturi believes to win. We'll be back in a few moments." Mr. Kartachna called out to the audience, before he and Mrs. Di Angelo, Mrs. Looseily and Mr. Aro Volturi left the stage.
After they did, We walked off the stage and congratulated ourselves and everyone else. "You guys were amazing!" Alice squealed as she hugged me and Edward. "Thanks, sis." Edward said, his cheeks turning a light pink. I gasped and laughed at him while everyone looked at me like I was crazy.
"He's blushing!" I squealed, pointing to Edward's face. Everyone looked over at him and laughed, while Edward only turned a darker red.
"Attention!" we heard Mrs. Di Angelo call out, and we walked back onto the stage. "We have come to a decision." Mrs. Looseily announced as she waved her hand over to Mr. Aro Volturi. Everyone that was in the Talent Show walked onto the stage – I didn't know it could hold of this weight – as Mr. Aro Volturi waited for silence.
"Thank you. I would like to thank each and every one of you for coming tonight to see all of these students dance, sing and show off their talents. I think all of them were amazing, and it was a tough decision for our winner, or should I say winners." Aro said, as he chuckled at his own joke. "First, we have solo singers. Third place goes to Rischè." Everyone clapped as Rischè came up and collected her trophy, hugging Aro before running back to the others.
"Second place goes to Michelle." Again, everyone clapped a junior came up and collected her trophy, blushing. After she ran off, Aro stood and smiled. "And now, for first place of the solo singers, is… Bella Swan!" he exclaimed, smiling. I gasped as everyone cheered around me, clapping and whooping.
I stumbled my way up to Aro, as he handed me a large golden trophy – though I could hold it. "Don't worry, there's more." He whispered to me as I looked at him confused. He chuckled and patted my head before I walked back over to the others.
"Now, for groups. Third place goes to Jason, Kyle, Mike, Tyler, Eric for their dancing." Everyone clapped as they came onto the stage. They took their trophies and walked off. "For second goes to Lauren and her group of singing." Aro announced, as Lauren and her friends stomped onto the stage. Apparently, none of them are all that happy about getting second place. They took their trophies and waited off to the side.
"And now, before I announce the first place winner – who will get a chance to get a recording contract with me – I would like to say something about this group." Aro stated, gesturing to everyone behind him.
"I think that these fine, young students are very talented, and I wish I could give every single one of them a chance for a recording contract – which I can't – but I'm glad that I chose this group of few students. Plus, they have excellent leading singers, along with their backups. They certainly have amazing vocal chords and are amazing together on stage. But, I would like to give this trophy out to six special students who stood out the most. And don't worry, I have more special surprises up my sleeves after I give these six students their trophy." He said, smiling.
"And this first place trophy – along with the chance of a recording contract – goes to…" he trailed off, pausing dramatically. Everyone was quiet.
"Bella Swan, Edward, Emmett, Alice Cullen and Rosalie and Jasper Hale!" he shouted, as we all jumped up and down, screaming and cheering our heads off. If you thought that the place went crazy before – think again. Everyone in the audience cheered extremely loudly, nearly destroying our eardrums if it weren't for the fact that we were already screaming and yelling so loudly. I ran up to Aro Volturi and he handed me the trophy, before hugging me, taking me by surprise.
"You and all of you friends can have the recording contract, and take all the time you need. You and Edward are both amazing, dear Bella Swan. Know this that you and him will never be apart." He whispered to me and I nodded, smiling. Aro Volturi seemed amazing, like a father. My dad…
He patted my head like from earlier and the others came up to thank him. "Wait one minute everyone!" Aro called out, as everyone quieted down again. "I have one more surprise." He said as he turned towards the others who were backup dancers.
"How would all of you like the chance to have a recording contract?" he asked them, smiling. All of them cheered, whooped, screamed – you name it. They were as happy as we were. "Mr. Volturi? Isn't this going to cost you a lot of money?" Lily asked him as she came up to him. He chuckled and answered, "Of course not, dear. I am a billionaire so money is not a problem for me, and neither will it be for you."
She beamed up at him, before hugging him then running back to the others.
"So, not so nervous anymore love?" Edward asked from behind me, as everyone on the stage went down to their parents. I giggled and pecked his lips. "Not one bit." I whispered, smiling.
Phew! That was one ubber long chapter! But I loved writing it!
One of you readers doesn't want Bella to become a major popstar or something like that, and I promise this – she will be one. XD I'm going to give them their little recording contract thing but they'll only have a few songs before they quit. And when they're adults, they'll be recognized by a bunch of people.
*gasp* What is this? WHEN THEY'RE ADULTS?! Haha, that's right everyone! Whenever I finish this up, and get a few of my other stories all finished, I will be working on the sequel for this story! :D I just can't leave ya'll with them at high school still, now can I? But, the thing is that I'll only be doing it when they're in their adult ages – no college. XP I hate college and I don't want to go through all of that.
Anyways, Bella's, Alice's, Rosalie's and Lauren's outfits are all on my website now, so go ahead and look at them if you want.
By the way, the poll for the trips are all done! I've decided on where I want them to go, and I have most of the next chapter all written out. But, I need a little help with some things…
Does anyone know how to speak Italian?! I need Italian, and I need translations and stuff. Please PM if you can speak Italian and I'll tell you which words I need to have translated.
Please review and wait for the next chapter! :D
Bye for now,
~*Lady Lily of Darkness*~
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"And we're off, to Spain!" I laughed at my teacher's antics; who knew that going over the ocean would have this effect on my teacher?