"And coming in first place, taking us from the light into the darkness with their amazing costumes, choreography, and vocals, it's team Black Swan!!!!"
Team Black Swan?
Us?
Our team?
At the unexpected announcement, Ari could only blink in surprise.
"No way!"
"Really?"
"Us?"
"No way!"
"Congrats!"
"Big man, Ari! Congrats!"
Before he knew it, Ari found himself being dragged into the center of a huddle of boys jumping up and down while cheering.
He felt like he was in a daze as people patted his back and mussed his hair up while he followed the rest of his team out the door and up the stage.
Even while Leo gave his tearful speech and others spoke when it was their turn, Ari could only stare out into the audience, taking in the faces that looked so happy to see them on the stage.
Coming first, huh?
Although it was just one mission, he had to admit, it felt really good to be rewarded for his efforts and come in first place.
