Raising my hand between us, Lucas led me out of the tent to the stage stairs. My heart was beating in my ears and I was holding my breath. Fearing I would have a panic attack if I looked in anyone’s eyes, I focused on the space above the crowd. Only looking away to ascend the stairs and take my place center stage.‘You’re ready, Sutton,’ Nova assured me, coming to the forefront of my mind.We had rehearsed this a dozen times. I knew every word and every action that was needed, even if they felt fuzzy at the moment. I could barely hear Lucas speaking to the crowd over the sound of my heart still pounding in my ears. But it was okay. I knew what to do.‘Turn, Sutton,’ Nova urged.I moved to face Lucas. As our eyes met, my heartbeat calmed slightly and my mind started to clear. Nobody had ever looked at me like Lucas did. Nobody had ever seen me the same way Lucas did. And he did see me. He saw me better than I saw myself most days. And standing her now, the adoring look in his eyes told
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