There was a nervous tension radiating through most of the performers jittering legs betrayed the outward look of calm. Staring at her crew an intense feeling of pride overtook rhe nerves she had been feeling previously. Taking a calming breath, Eve transitioned into an authoritative posture before stiding into the line of sight of her team.

“They are pretty good.” She dropped challengingly.

Eve let that hang air uncomfortably while locking eyes with all the members. Most basically flinched away from her gaze. She smiled at the few that maintained eye contact. Everyone could hear the climatic rise of the current performers as the reached the ending.

“But i wouldnt expect anything less at the finals. If Im being honest i was kind if expecting something on the level of heavenly and beyond what mere mortals can do. They are good. We are better.

Eve said this matter factly. Her feirce determined eyes continued looking intently at all her comrades as fewer people looked away. She willed her unshakable spirit to evelope all those around her and strengthen their resolve and confidence.

“We are about to perform on the same stage as them in a short while. And having now witnessed the level of excellence i know without a doubt we more than earned our spot here.” Pausing momenentarily, “our hard work and dedication make it so we just have to go out there and do what we always do. Have fun and perform your heart out!