Five Years Later
Dakota’s P.O.V.
I was trying to keep a calm exterior. But my knee bouncing was showing how nervous I was. No matter what I tried, I couldn’t control it. A hand landed on my knee, giving it a reassuring squeeze. I looked over at Shea, who was giving me a lovely smile.
“Chill, enjoy the moment,” Shea whispered in my ear.
“I know I should. Only I can’t help it,” I replied, wringing my hands together.
It didn’t help that these cameras were everywhere and right in my face. Being in this theater with the biggest stars in country music didn’t help either. The American Country Music Awards are the highlight of every year, and I got nominated for a few awards. I should be happy to receive a nomination, but my competitive juices took control. Now I was nervous, waiting to see i
