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Chapter 23

Penulis: Udara-Oma
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Victoria woke at 5 AM to prepare for her first morning show appearance.

She'd barely slept.She wore a floral dress and was adjusting in front of the mirror.

"Coffee," King said, appearing with a large mug. He looked as exhausted as she felt,he'd stayed up coordinating with Ngozi and the media team until past 2 AM.

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"Stay Confident ,owning mistakes shows strength. Hiding shows weakness." King settled beside her as she accepted the coffee."You're going to apologize,and remind people why you're running. By the end of today, this becomes a story about your integrity.People respect honesty."

Victoria's phone buzzed. Text from Ngozi; Car leaves in 20 minutes. First interview at 6:30. Remember, be humble but not weak,Be apologetic but not defensive. You've got this.”

Twenty minutes later, Victoria sat in for makeup at Channel 7's studio while an artist worked on her face.

"Light coverage," the artist murmured. "We want you to look tired,it shows more authenticity."

Victoria wondered when he
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