Shirley the robot beamed as she came down the lane in her red and white dress. The people on both sides of the road cheered her on. She was on her way to the annual robot beauty pageant, and she was determined to win.
Shirley had been working hard for weeks to prepare for the pageant. She had practiced her walk, her smile, and her answers to the judges' questions. She had even had her hair and makeup done professionally.
Now, as she walked down the lane, Shirley felt confident and beautiful. She knew that she had done everything she could to prepare, and she was ready to show the world what she could do.
The crowd cheered even louder as Shirley approached the stage. She took a deep breath and smiled, and then she began her walk. She walked slowly and gracefully, her head held high. She smiled at the judges and the crowd, and she could feel their excitement.
When Shirley reached the end of the stage, she turned and faced the judges. She took a deep breath and began her answer to the first question. She spoke clearly and confidently, and she could see that the judges were impressed.
When it was time for the final walk, Shirley knew that she had done her best. She walked down the runway with her head held high, and she smiled at the crowd.
The judges deliberated for a few minutes, and then they announced the winner. Shirley's heart skipped a beat as they called her name. She had won! She couldn't believe it. She had worked so hard, and now her dream had come true.
Shirley walked up to the stage to accept her crown. She thanked the judges and the crowd, and she promised to continue working hard to represent her fellow robots. Then, she turned and waved to the crowd. They cheered even louder, and Shirley knew that this was just the beginning of her diabolical journey.
credits
released May 21, 2023
The Arches are:
Murphy Spark- Lead Guitar
Nina Blade – Bass, Keyboards
Nova Williams - Rhythm Guitar
Jessica Fury – Drum Kit
Johnny Kahn - Horns
P. Kellie - Vocals
Admiral Leonard's Royal Orchestra
All songs written & arranged by Spark & Blade
Mixed & Mastered at Swany River Studios
Swany River Productions, LLC
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