"She really went all in," someone whispered behind them.
A standing ovation followed.
Ava, trying not to smile too wide, bowed again and stepped down. But just before she disappeared behind the curtains, she glanced toward the royal balcony, eyes locking briefly with her mother.
Queen White nodded with a proud smile.
More talents followed, painting, fashion design, instrumentalists, even martial form showcases, but the buzz over Ava's performance lingered like a shadow long after she had left the stage.
"Up next," the MC announced with theatrical flair, "we move to one of the most anticipated categories of the day… Dance!"
Cheers erupted across the vast hall.
A ripple of excitement swept through the audience. Screens lit up across the continent as online viewers tuned in with renewed focus. This was no ordinary talent display. Dance, in Omniora Academy, wasn't just about steps, it was storytelling, technique, stamina, and soul.
