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I change my mind about a hundred and twelve times in the thirteen-day span between my birthday and the Comic Con. I’ve heard from Leia via text that she’s definitely going, but she never mentions her brother. I’m too chicken to ask.
And then a follow-up text settles it: Luke’s still in SD. He says hello.
Heavy sigh.
Now that Gretchen is back, she’s reassumed the Jaina Jacen reins from Liesl who is more than happy to watch and learn. Gretchen is in her element—sure, she knows a thing or two about fashion, but watching her market and promote is like watching a ballet. A caffeine-soaked, fast-talking, hip-popping ballet. She’s organized and ruthless with a side of unpredictable, but that’s what makes her so good at everything she does.
Especially nagging.
She puts me on a schedule: t
