Chapter 5The big top was open for its first show.
The lead up to a show was always a frantic rush of getting ready while trying not to bump into coworkers backstage and ringside, everyone in their finest show costumes with sparkles, sequins, and spandex.
Niki never minded the rush as it kept him occupied, but tonight he was distracted. He kept looking around to try see Conner and his stunt bike team, but they were probably outside the tent either rehearsing or chilling out.
Big acts didn’t come on until the later part of the show, and the bike act was closing.
The show went on as normal, with ringmaster Aleks greeting the audience. They had a decent sized audience for opening night, which was a relief. A lot of happy faces with plenty of smiling kids in the front row.
When the clowns
