The Introduction..

Hayley

My heart pounded erratically as I approached the stage. Everyone was gathered before me, and all of them had a look of expectation on their faces. They were curious, and at the same time confused, and just staring at their eyes mounted pressure that I was unused to on my shoulders.

"You're going to be fine, don't think about anything besides doing what's right." John whispered in my ear before flashing me a cheery smile. Damian stood by my side, a reassuring smile plastered across his face as he escorted me to meet the awaiting villagers.

The moment my foot touched down on the stage, the entire air froze with tension, and the silence had become deafening.