hanna's small apartment, the atmosphere was charged with palpable excitement. She had spent the night dreaming of her performance, ge

were waiting, all dressed in leotards and ballet shoes, each with their own dream in mind. Rihanna suddenly felt small,

he heard a f

school, sharing their passion and dream of getting into a prestigious school. Jade

t!" Jade exclaimed, her eye

, but her nerv

I just hope I don'

member, it's our passion that brought us here. No matter what happens, we've already won by fighting for

ihanna recalled the hours of training, the sacrifices, the endless rehearsals. She

ers mixed with the music of a distant piano. The judges, a panel of renowned professionals, sat on a raised

d ability to spot potential where others saw only the ordinary. His graying hair and piercing gaze gave him an intriguing,

go by, each shining in their own way. She could feel the weight of anticipation, a palpable pressur

e her, giving her a friendly elbow. "Think of a

ncer, Léa, take the stage. Léa was known for her undeniable talent and charismatic presence. As sh

es, including André, watched closely, taking notes, exchanging meaningful glances. Rihanna found herself smiling as she watched Léa d

judges exchanged quiet words, and the atmosphere filled with tension. Rihanna knew

vements becoming an expression of everything she had felt over the years. She danced as if her life depended on it, each plié,

ng the judges, seemed to scrutinize her with particular attention. His expression was impassive, but Rihanna could almost

reathless, stood at the center of the stage, heart racing. She had given it her all. She turn

exclaimed, her voice ec

tage, she caught André's gaze again. This time, he gave her a slight nod, a gesture that felt

e room, leaving the candidates in a state of palpable anxiety. Whispers and nervous laughter mingled with the

Moretti, a name that made those who knew the business world in Paris tremble. He was known to be the local mafia boss, a man whos

e exuded an air of authority. Rumors said he was a ballet enthusiast, but his presence here, in this auditoriu

to the mysterious man who seemed to be a silent spectator. Marco was just watching, but his gaze was lo

ious faces did not bode well for the candidates. A

own incredible talent. We took our time to deliberat

de, who looked just as anxious. André's words echoed in her mind

have talented young people here, but I wonder if dance is really what they need. Li

s reputation, involve himself in a dance audition? Murmurs from the audience intensified, and

bly annoyed

tists realize their dreams. Sometimes, dance can open

ered if he had any idea who she was or if she was just one among many. What

were called one by one. Rihanna listened anxiously, each name resonating like a

pleased to announce that Rihanna ha

, who rushed toward Rihan

it! I k

shake the feeling of Marco's gaze on her, as if he were weighing the pros and cons of he

gaze. He gave her a slight nod, as if to signify that he had noticed her potential. Sh

height, but she knew that shadows loomed over her success. Would the challenges ahead be greate