Chapter 34
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Backstage at The Internet President D.C. studio, None paces between agents of his protective detail. His breath uneven, he shakes his hands along his sides.
MJ stands amidst a circle of his entourage. She smiles encouragement. “I believe in you.”
“Live demos make me nervous,” None says.
MJ advances to him and grasps his hand. Her touch instantly calms him. “Sell your vision. Don’t worry. You’re ready.”
Corella clears her throat.
MJ yanks her hands back, self-conscious.
Corella says, “Viewers think I’m too easy on you.” Corella casts a stern gaze at None. “That’s over. Don’t get speechy. This is TV, not college. You’re not here to give lectures.”
None asks Corella, “How good is the Wi-Fi here?”
Corella shrugs. “It’s OK, as long as too many people aren
