Love on Thin Ice
I asked, a cold prickle of unease starting to form at the base of my neck.
“Chloe said it was urgent regarding the pre-championship package."
"Sit down, Summer," Sarah said, her voice flat.
I took a seat on the leather stool, my muscles tightening.
"You've done a wonderful job this season," Sarah said, finally turning her chair to face me.
@The audience loves you. The redemption arc is a triumph. But as I told you before... stability is a plateau. And a plateau is death for a network finale."
"The season is almost over, Sarah," I said, my voice steady despite the rising panic in my chest. "The championship is in three days. Jaxson is cleared. The show is a hit. What more do you want?"