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The ship's theatre is massive and crowded. The front row has been roped off for us. The special treatment makes me feel like a star already. When the lady seated behind me leans forward to pat my shoulder and wish me luck, I attempt to hide my wince of pain with a smile and politely thank her.
As the cinema's lights dim, and the dark red, velvet curtain is swept back, the anticipation in the room is palpable. I can barely contain my excitement, and I'm sure the other contestants must feel the same way.
I am seated next to Cam, and I try not to be annoyed that he and Bellamy have finagled the arrangement so they are side-by-side again. Once the opening music for the show begins, all thoughts of Cam's betrayal are swept away. My entire focus is on the enormous screen in front of us.
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