Chapter 29
United Only In Dissent
Lights, rigging, and catwalks extend above a stage. Backstage, None, MJ, and Corella prepare for the premiere of their new show, The Internet President. None and MJ wear their steampunk clothes to begin their TV careers. MJ wears a new addition to her outfit, Gothic arm warmer gloves, with seven buckles on each arm.
“Are you dating anyone?” Corella asks None.
Is she flirting? None blushes and smiles at her. “Why do you ask?”
MJ intrudes, her tone almost defensive. “Yes, he is.”
“I knew it.” Corella points at None and MJ. “How long have you two been dating?”
MJ points at None and herself, palms down. “There’s no us. He’s dating Astrid.”
Corella says, “Perfect! She’s very popular. Viewers love celebrity dating. Who’s a bigger celebrity than the presi
