(Vince POV — The Art of Dramatic Leadership)
If history were fair, they would remember this moment not as a carolling competition…
But as the beginning of cultural rebirth.
Or at least — that's how I would be pitching it to future sponsors.
"ROUND TWO COMMENCING!" I bellowed into the microphone, as snow fluttered dramatically around us, like God personally approved my production design.
The neighbours stared.
The children clapped.
The maids paused mid-steam of cocoa.
This was not just an event.
This was a holiday awakening.
I turned to face the Inner Nine, hands spread wide like a conductor summoning greatness.
"You have witnessed harmony. You have witnessed sincerity. Now, you shall witness raw unfiltered charisma powered by unresolved emotions and a budget."
Kate groaned. "You're embarrassing us."
"You're welcome," I replied graciously.
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(Lara POV — Quiet Between the Noise)
