Dance Prodigy

The Competition Begins

Arriving at the studio this morning, It was truly a strange sight to see the cameramen setting up in the dance studios, in my haven. I was used to cameras, but It felt like they were invading my everyday life now. 

The producers of the show insisted that I be involved. Mom was reluctant at first, and had Julia, my manager deal with them. In the end, they had come to an agreement, that the show wouldn't impact any of my jobs outside of the studio and I would get paid for my appearance like it was any other job. In return, I would compete in the elite dance group and share dances on my social media accounts.

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I walked out of my ballet private, breathing heavily. Groaning in pain, I realized I only had 5 minutes for my next class. I hurried into the den, changing out of my pointe shoes and chugging my bottle of water.

Walking swiftly to Studio C for my technique class, I take a deep breath before entering the room. My feet protested in pain, but I pushed through, I had to. Having only just arrived home yesterday from filming, I was exhausted and severely jet-lagged. But it was the start of the new dance season, and the first day of filming for Ms. Abby's new dance show. So I persevered.

Two hours later of dance class, I finally walked into the den. Maddie was the first to notice me, tackling me with a hug.  "When did you get back? I missed you so much!" she exclaimed making me giggle.

"I got back last night, I wanted it to be a surprise, so I told no one" making Maddie huff.

After receiving hugs from the rest of the girls and Melissa. I was attacked with questions from every angle. 

"How was it?, your so lucky! When is it coming out? asked Maddie

"I can't believe you got to meet Taylor Lautner, he's so hot!" Brooke shouted.

I laughed as the questions ensued, whilst Chloe and Paige fought over whose ship was better  Team Edward or Team Jacob.

"It was so much fun! you're going to love it! It should be coming out this year, I don't know when yet. But filming for Part 2 starts in December" I answered. 

Turning back to the girls, I handed them each a piece of paper. 

"Okay, you can turn them over". The girls did as I asked, jumping up and down when they saw a signed photo from all the cast. 

"Omg, Omg, Omg" Chloe and Nia chant.

Giggling to myself, I noticed the moms make their way inside to see what all the noise was about. 

"Eden, welcome back!" exclaimed Holly as she moved to hug me.

"Thanks! I had a fun time filming everything but I missed the girls."

"Well, they missed you loads too! Your mom showed us the photos of when you went to film with Disney channel and you in the recording booth for Rapunzel".  Melissa happily stated.

"Did she?" I giggle. "It was a busy couple of months, but I learned a lot of different dance moves as well that I'm excited to show Ms. Abby". I say, squealing in excitement at the thought.

A few minutes later, we hear Ms Abby calling for us from Studio A. Maddie grabs my hand pulling me towards the studio in a hurry, excited to film the first episode of Dance Moms.

"Hello girls, and welcome back Eden" I rush over to hug her. "Hi, Ms. Abby".

I take a seat in front of Ms. Abby, the moms following us in.

'All right ladies, it's the first day of rehearsal for the new competition season. Ladies, you know why you're here. you are the cream of the crop in your age group, and I have lots of ideas in store. I am going to do something that no other studio in the country does. Every single competition we are doing a new routine'.