Twenty-Four

Julie's P.O.V

"Attention students. I have an announcement to make." The loudspeaker interrupted our Monday morning first hour. "We have decided to hold a little competition between our students. We will be holding a battle of the bands." The class erupted in cheers. The voice continued. "But! This time we will let individuals perform too. You don't have to have a band, but we do require that you use an instrument and sing." I let out a deep breath.

I used to play guitar, but I put it away when my dad died. It just sits there in the back of my closet, collecting dust. My dad used to say that I was a natural, and I would be famous one day. Maybe I could pull it out just this once and play a song for Chris or my dad.

I could do it in front of the school for them, and if I make a fool of myself, then I make a fool of myself.

So, it's decided. I'm going to stand up in front of the school and sing a song for Chris and my dad.

Just thinking about it