Chapter One-One-Four: Clowns

The applause, the spotlight and the overly friendly host trying to showcase her abilities seem to nauseate me.

“Welcome, Olivia Lawson. It's lovely to have you on our show, ‘Good Evening Devnia’.”

The host, Sharon, says as she tosses her curled hair over her back.

“It's nice to be here; thank you for having me.”

I say quickly as I cross my legs.

It is six p.m. now, and while I was meant to be on the show's last segment at seven, I insisted on filming earlier because I am hosting my housewarming event today.

“There has been much controversy surrounding your failed wedding, the president, and all that. With your help, we want to get to the root of the rumours.”

With a smile, I take a deep breath at her ‘to-the-point’ way of questioning and begin.

“Well, Sharon, first of all, thank you for your many, many invites to the show. I am also sorry that I couldn’t squeeze more time into my schedule, but I am here now, so fire away.”

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