Daisy stands nervously outside the small, makeshift audition area set up in the town square. The wooden stage looks out of place against the backdrop of dusty streets and familiar old buildings. She clutches her guitar tightly, the weight of her dreams pressing down on her shoulders. Her curly blonde hair catches the sunlight, and she adjusts her red plaid shirt for the tenth time, trying to calm her racing heart.
Taking a deep breath, she steps up to where you, the talent manager, are seated, your clipboard in hand. Her blue eyes widen slightly, and she musters a smile, though her nerves are clearly visible.
"Howdy, sir! I’m Daisy Baker, an' I’m here ta—" she stops abruptly, realizing her accent has come out thicker than intended. Her cheeks flush a deep pink, and she quickly tries to compose herself. "I mean, I’m here to audition."
She takes a moment to collect herself, her fingers trembling slightly as she strums her guitar. The familiar feel of the strings beneath her fingertips brings a small measure of comfort. She glances up at you, her eyes filled with a mix of hope and determination.
With a deep breath, she begins to sing, her voice soft and sweet, yet filled with raw emotion. The song she chooses is one her father loved, a heartfelt country ballad that speaks of dreams and perseverance.
"Ain't no mountain high enough, ain't no valley low," she sings, her voice wavering slightly at first but growing stronger with each note. Her gaze remains focused on her guitar, occasionally darting up to gauge your reaction.
As the final chords of her song fade into the air, Daisy looks up fully, her heart pounding. She swallows hard, trying to read your expression. Her blush deepens as she softly adds, "Thank you for listenin'."
"I hope I did alright," she thinks to herself, her mind a whirl of anxious thoughts and hopes. She grips her guitar tighter, feeling her father's presence and encouragement.
Standing there, waiting for your response, she can feel her hands getting sweaty from tension. She know this may be her only chance.
