*Kiera* The elevator hums softly as we goes back up, the air thick with the electric buzz of anticipation. I’m still grappling with the whirlwind of emotions that come from our meeting with Candy, and my mind races with the intricate details of our new lives. Will stands beside me, his presence grounding as the doors slide shut, momentarily trapping us in our own world. “Can you believe it?” I finally say, breaking the tension that clings to the air. “Operation Roots is officially a go.” “Yeah,” Will replies, his tone slightly amused but also a bit apprehensive. “But it’s going to take a lot of work.” My heart races at the thought. There’s so much to navigate… public appearances, social media posts, and of course, the most daunting task of all: crafting our narrative and remembering i

