7 Meimi President Hope is on her way? Really? Little by little, I force myself to turn around. Sure enough, President Hope strolls along the thin corridor that leads to our spot. She’s all magnetic energy in heels and a skirt suit. Even though we’ve been working to help the president for weeks, it’s not like I ever expected her to show up after all the drama ended. The president pauses before us. She beams a smile at each of us in turn. It’s a little overwhelming. Actually, make that a lot overwhelming. “I’ve been looking for you three,” the president announces. “You just saved millions at the Liberation Celebration. Yet the event isn’t over. I’d like you to join me onstage for the big finale.” Zoe, Chloe and I exchange worried looks. One advantage of being best friends; I know what

