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Kindness
Thankfully, Prayikina and Kyle’s fledgling love affair got to live another day. Uncle Akira’s ears were still ringing from the bass when he’d come over to hug his daughter, the victor.
I could handle not being the victor.
I was still riding high on adrenaline and happiness. It had been forever since I’d gotten the chance to perform to a live audience, and the thrill was invigorating. I was hanging out with Prayikina and Jamie when Nana Sadatsuka approached. Jamie’s mother looked elegant in a casual pastel suit-dress, her long black hair pulled back in a tasteful braid. She spoke with the crackly voice of a long-time smoker but carried herself with grace. “Oh Jamie, that was just wonderful! You’re always so creative.”
My NBA-sized boyfriend leaned down to hug her. “Thanks,
