My Sweet Song Bird

My Sweet Song Bird #4

The next day, Devora's face was on the news with the title 'A SUPERSTAR AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE??' and 'THE VOICE OF AN ANGEL!!' Devora was so thrilled that she made progress and she's a step closer to becoming a singer like she always wanted to. Soon Mary's phone started ringing, it was Declan. "What could you possibly want, shouldn't you be ashamed of yourself.." Mary said, fuming with anger, "please just let me explain, i never thought she could sing that way, can we be a whole family again, she could be really useful for me now!" Hearing that, Devora snatched the phone and screamed "HOW DARE YOU, NOW I'M USEFUL?? BECAUSE WHAT I MADE MONEY?? I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU, YOU TRAUMATIZED ME INTO SINGING AND NOW I MADE SOMETHING OF MYSELF, YOU WANT ME TO BECOME YOUR DAUGHTER AGAIN??" Furiously Devora hung up on her dad. "I'm embarrassed to have a dad like him.." Then Arthur hugged Devora to calm her down and led her to her room. "you need to rest, i'll bring you some chocolate milkshake, you favorite!" "Thank you Arthur, what could I ever do without you.." said Devora "thankfully we don't need to know." Arthur smiled and Devora felt butterflies. After all that Devora started finding ways to make money, from singing in garages, singing in local restaurants, and street performing, to small shows around town, more talent shows and school plays.

One day there was this big show near town Arthur heard of, "An important Agent will be judging the auditions, you could definitely get a solo, and not only that many other agents will be watching the show, most importantly Agent Hart, she is known for making young teenagers famous singers! You should definitely audition, who knows maybe she'll notice you!" Arthur said eagerly. "Are you sure that sounds tough tho.. I only ever do small talent shows, I'm not sure if I'm ready for all that pressure..." said Devora unsure "come on Dev, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity, if you don't agree i'll have to carry you there then!" "Okay okay geez, when is it anyway?" "in about 3 and a half weeks. so you'll have plenty of time to practice!" "alright then let's get working." For the next few weeks Devora practiced like crazy, it seems like she was determined to get in this big show. She practiced so much she forgot that Arthur's birthday was close, at his birthday she completely forgot and didn't wish him a happy birthday at all. He was frustrated with Devora for forgetting his birthday like that. "Oh I'm sorry, I guess now you're a celebrity and didn't even wish me a happy birthday?" Arthur said, upset and tired Devora said "Oh come on, you're not a toddler anymore, no need for me to celebrate YOU a happy birthday, what a child.." As soon as those words came out of her mouth she regretted them instantly. "I-" "it's fine, im fine, i guess you never thought of me as a friend huh, way to go superstar.." Arthur left quietly without turning back. The next day Devora felt uneasy, she was scared seeing how close audition day is and how she just got into a fight with Arthur, she even thought of giving up, but she kept it together. Finally it was audition day, her name was called out and she gave out her best, but somehow her song felt so empty, because she sang from an empty heart. She knew then she wouldn't even get the solo part by now, but the next day she was over the moon to see a letter saying she got the solo. She was happy for a second, but remembered she didn't have Arthur to be there for her. Suddenly out of nowhere Arthur appeared, "I see you got the part, I'm sorry for being childish.. I knew you were busy, you needed space, great job with getting the solo tho." Arthur said "Are you crazy, you shouldn't be sorry, it was my fault, i shouldn't have lashed out on you like that, i'm so sorry Arthur, i was just so burned out, but no reason should be okay for me to say things to you like that, once again im sorry.." Devora apologised. "Well let's keep that in the past, we need to focus on you solo now! When would you start practicing?" "Maybe tomorrow, i have a dinner to go to with a somebody called Arthur, hehe" "you're so adorable.." Devora blushed and her stomach fluttered once more. That night they went out for dinner and had a blast. Few months later, it was finally time for the last rehearsal and it was show time. Everyone came up on stage, and from the crowded audience she could see him, giving her a thumbs up. The show started and everyone was in their places giving it their best, then it was Devora's solo part. The lights went out, and everyone took out their phones flashlights and it looked like tiny sparkly stars everywhere. She came up, grabbed the mic and sang her heart out, with all sorts of emotions she could feel the music and rhythm as if it was a part of her body, she sang beautifully. Dancers began to come on stage and back up singers harmonized with her, making the show perfect. When it's time for the last high note, she held it long enough for the crowd to erupt into applause and a standing ovation. Everyone was out of breath and some even cried happy tears, so did Devora, she was so proud of herself for reaching her goal, this was her happy place. After their show, it was time to reveal the winners. "third place, runner up, and finally..." As their name was mentioned, the audience roared and applauded, and happy tears ran down from Devora's cheeks. Their coach went up to collect the trophy as golden confetti showers us. After that eventful show, Devora was done refreshing herself, when suddenly Agent Hart came up to her and said "I was really impressed with your team's show, and especially your solo, you sound incredible, and I'm a call away if you ever want to record a single." Then Agent Hart handed her phone number and shook Devora's hand. She was lost for words, everyone could tell she was ecstatic after talking to Agent Hart. Arthur was standing right behind Devora and said "Great job superstar! I'm so proud of you Dev." He took her hands, looked deep into her eyes and confessed, "I've loved you since we were little, when i catch you in that muddy puddle, i fell for you.. you were mesmerizing, i couldn't get myself to say this to you for a while, but you were my idol and you'll always be.. i love you Devora, so much that it actually hurts, it hurts to have this heart empty without you, will you be mine?" Devora was stunned by his words, the words touched her heart. "yes, YES, a hundred times yes, i love you too, i was just unsure with my feelings at first, but i love you, i thought you'd never ask!" He spun her around and dipped her low and it felt like time stopped, slowly he pulled her into a passionate kiss.