Julian smiled, a genuine, unpracticed smile. He had lost the spotlight, but he had found a life. And the karma of it was, he had never felt more entertained.
He walked out to the microphone. The spotlight hit him, blinding and hot. This was his element. This was where he usually shined.
Elena joined him. "Interesting speech. You gave away your moment."
"No," Elena said, her eyes sharp. "I mean actually nice. You have to spend the next two weeks working with the local kids, setting up the stage, listening to their stories. No cameras. No social media posts. Just work. If you do that, the gala is yours. The fame is yours."
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Julian stood backstage in a tuxedo that had been tailored perfectly, but he felt different in it. He felt... lighter.
Julian smirked. Too easy.
