PINKY returns to her seat in the front row shared by Ole' Johnnyboy and some kid. She smooths her dress beneath herself before sitting down, The excess bunched up in her hands and her knees together. Sharp steps up to the podium. In unconscious imitation she holds herself with grace. The books explode off the stage with a swift kick from the girl. A devilish grin crawls across her face. A good sign for no one. She reaches Into her shirt.

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