THE MYSTERY DANCER

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ntroduction? Well, I'm Maxine Daniels. 19 years old and an orphan. Yeah - my parents died a long time ago and since then, I've been forced to live with my uncle and his family since they were the only relatives I knew. The cause of my parents death still remains a mystery as they were both found dead in the early hours of the morning and I'm yet to receive anymore news. My father was a wealthy business tycoon, but when he died, his brother - my uncle - took everything away. Well, it was actually stated in my father's will that he willed everything to him and till date, I still don't know why. I mean, I'm his only child, yet he didn't leave any of his properties or a little part of his wealth for me. And now, I have to depend on my uncle and live as a slave. Anyway, I just decide to go on with life. I mean, as long as there's life, there's hope, right? * I got out to the road and continued walking. Gosh! I was so tired already. I wish I had a cab fare. I can't believe I'll be late for classes again. After a long walk, I came across a billboard that gripped my attention and I stopped to take a proper look at it. On it was boldly written: WHO WILL BE THE STAR DANCER? I smiled as I stared at it. Hmm. The Star Dance Competition. It was one of the greatest dance competitions coming up in a few days time and people from different countries were actually coming to participate. The winner becomes a model and a diva and her life will sure change forever. Its a pity I wouldn't be able to participate because: First, I can't afford the registration fee. And second, my uncle and his wife will never allow me to participate. But I heard they've registered Tammy already. Hm it's quite a pity, though. It'd have been a perfect opportunity to display my talent. I shook my head and continued walking. Well, if there's one thing you should know about me is this - I was made from dance. Like...it's a spirit that can never leave me. I can't stay close to a music without dancing to it. It drives me crazy at times and sometimes, I wonder why I was made like that. Its incredible. I came across a newspaper vendor and my eyes caught the sight of a catchy headline: POPULAR DANCER -NOAH SIGMUND - RETURNS TO NEW YORK FROM HIS TRIP. Oh! I paused and gasped. Noah was back?? Hm. I'm pretty sure he returned with his brother. Wow! I had no idea he was returning today. Well, Noah was the first son of Mr Sigmund - who was the