The Better Woman

The town of Oakwood was abuzz with excitement as the much-anticipated pageant, 'The Better Woman' was about to commence. This annual event celebrated the virtues of womanhood and the winner would be considered the epitome of grace and beauty. The contestants had been preparing for months, their mothers and sisters working tirelessly to ensure that every dress was perfectly tailored and every hair was in place.
As the audience settled into their seats, the three judges took their places on the stage. The first round began, where the contestants were judged on their talent. Lucy, a shy and reserved girl, sang a beautiful ballad that brought tears to the eyes of the audience. Next up was Samantha, a confident and outgoing girl who wowed the judges with her energetic dance routine. And finally, there was Emily, the daughter of the town's mayor, who recited a powerful poem she had written herself.
The second round was the traditional Q&A portion, where the finalists were asked general knowledge questions. Lucy stumbled on a few questions but managed to answer them with grace. Samantha impressed the judges with her wit and intelligence. But it was Emily who stole the show with her eloquent responses, leaving the judges in awe.
As the final round approached, tensions were high. Each girl knew that this was their chance to prove themselves and become the 'Better Woman'. As the judges deliberated, the pageant host announced that there would be a tie between Samantha and Emily.
The crowd erupted in cheers as the two finalists hugged each other, proud to be sharing the crown. But as they basked in their victory, Lucy couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy. She had worked just as hard, if not harder, than the other girls, and yet she was overshadowed by their confidence and beauty.
But as she watched Emily and Samantha give their acceptance speeches, Lucy realized that the true 'Better Woman' was not just about looks and talent, but also about kindness and humility. She joined the other girls on stage, and together they showed the world that true beauty comes from within. And in that moment, they all became the 'Better Woman'.
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