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“... And the winners of this year's competition is Lincoln Community School! Congratulations guys, you were amazing." The MC announced as Maakua and other representatives mounted the stage for the trophy.

“I, first of all, want to thank God for bringing us this far. It hasn't been an easy journey but we made it. Secondly, I want to thank my stepmom, I wish she was here but she's in a coma so she couldn't make it." Maakua dryly laughed.

“Then I also want to thank the most amazing coach, the coach with swag, and my auntie Abena, I love you so much, God bless you for me. In all, we say thank you to your day one supporters you all are the best."Maakua said as they all descended the stage.

After the pictures and everything, Maakua, Abena and the other contestants went out to eat and then headed off to the beach.

Uncle Akoto stood looking at his niece who lay on the bed looking like a vegetable. It had been two weeks and still, she was the same, no movement, no response, no nothing.

He took