Maxine's Point of View

Due to shock, I stood up and grabbed the MC's hand. I looked at her straight to her eyes and asked her, "Are you kidding me right now? Or is this only a dream? I haven't awakened yet?"

Her eyes widened. She looked around the visitors before she turned to me again to answer, "Please, Ms. Maxine, don't embarrass yourself in front of those people," she mumbled.

I let go of her hand and looked at the crowd. I took a deep breath when I ...