SERAPHINA’S POV:
(TRIGGER WARNING: GRAPHIC VIOLENCE)
I take deep breaths after letting all those words out without pause.
Numerous eyes peer at me silently, watching me, and for a second, I feel as though I’ve blown my chance with that cheesy speech, but the two that argued against me before begin clapping.
Soon, the small crowd joins in as well, clapping and applauding for the speech I half-assed on the spot.
Relief feels me, and my tensed shoulders finally slump.
Somehow, I did it.
“You did it.” Juliet squeals from behind me, clapping and jumping as well, all excited and pleased by the outcome of everything. I can’t help but laugh.
“That was a close call.” Juliet comments now.
“You think? Next time, I prefer to be warned prior before I have to make a speech in front of so many s
