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It's early evening and most of the dancers have gone home. It's just me, Richelle and Jackie, and we're all waiting in The Next Steep for Nick, as he called a "Future Dance Captain Meeting" here.  We're just scrolling through our social media and Richelle's FaceTiming Noah, which we've both noticed as she's talking louder than all the "Bros," combined. Originally, we thought we'd be doing some sort of thing like creating and teaching choreography, but Nick said it'd be easier just to pick the person out of all the things they've done in the past. I have a spotless record at TNS, so I'm not worried, but Richelle and Jackie have been here for way longer, so I'm just slightly concerned that'll hurt my chances.

"God, when will Nick come!" Jackie groans. "It's movie night and dad says whoever finishes homework first gets to pick the movie! I don't even have my homework with me, and by how this is going, I'll be watching a cheesy rom com tonight."

"Yeah, this new studio owner, Nick, is a bit crazy." Richelle says to Noah. "He's hosting a "Future Dance Captain Meeting" and we've been waiting at The Next Steep for ages. Personally, I much prefer Emily and Michelle."

"Tell me about it," Jackie interrupts, and Richelle stares at her like a demon.

"Jackie, why are you interrupting my conversation with my boyfriend? He's really busy you know - he's booked a world tour, and barely has time to FaceTime me. How talented is your boyfriend Jackie. Oh wait, you don't have one."

"Shut up Richelle, you know nothing. I could have a boyfriend that I don't loudly FaceTime at the studio."

"Well really Jackie? I'm not sure about that. I think I know what this is about. You're jealous. I have better hair, better acro tricks, is a better dancer and have the best boyfriend. You're scared Nick will choose me as dance captain."

"Richelle, you are so wrong you know! Hey, how about we settle this. Dance battle."

"Fine!" Richelle snaps. "Hold my phone Summer, and make sure Noah stays online." Richelle chucks me her phone before doing 3 front aerials straight at Jackie. Rolling my eyes, I just scroll through Instagram, wondering where Nick is.

"Hello, hello, sorry I'm late, I just had a very important video call with all your previous studio heads."

"What!" Richelle and Jackie say in sync.

"Just to find out who had the best behaviour. And I think I've made my decision. The new dance captain of A-troupe is..."

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