Heart of stone
"Let's do a final run-through. James, you know the script. Just speak from the heart, tell the truth, and let the world see what Harding has done."
James nodded slowly, taking a deep breath to compose himself. He had rehearsed this speech countless times, but each time, the emotions threatened to overwhelm him. The grief, the anger, the betrayal… it was all too much to bear.
"Okay," he said, his voice barely a whisper. "I'm ready."
Alex hit the record button, the red light blinking on, signaling the start of the performance. James looked directly into the camera, his eyes filled with pain and remorse.