"No." Vika says like that's that.

"What?" I can't believe my ears.

"Honestly, you don't really have a chance. And, as your guardian, I don't want you blemish my family's name with your failure." Vika says with a fake concerned voice.

"But, but..." I stutter.

" 'But, but...' This is why Mom won't let you audition." Stina mocks. Vika doesn't even try to hide her grin.

I walk to the basement, in a worse mood than before.

"Hey Sophie!" Biana says after I call her.

I explain my situation.

"Come on! You'd win for sure!" Biana protests.

"I think that's part of the reason why they won't let me audition." I whisper.

Biana grins evilly. "What about your social workers? They're technically also your guardians."

I let out a little gasp. "You're right. Thanks B!"

I hang up and quickly dial Edaline's cell.

"Hi Sophie! What's up?"

I quickly explain Biana's plan, intentionally leaving out the part where Vika denied me permission.

"That's great! You should totally go for it."

Yes! "Thank you Edaline!"

I look up at the basement ceiling.

"Maybe my story will end in a Happily Ever After after all." I whisper.

Then reality slaps me in the face.

"BIANA!" I yell into the phone.

"What?"

"What about clothes and makeup?!"

Biana just grins. "Don't worry. I've got that covered."

I sigh in relief.

"MAKEOVER!!"

"Oh no," I groan.

This is going to be fun.

Not.

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