#Chapter 205: A Truly Honest Candidate

“I don’t do interviews anymore,” Maxine tells me as we stand side by side in the studio at channel 12, looking at the set where she and Miles are soon to sit down for a televised discussion. “I know,” I say. “I can’t thank you enough for committing to this.” “A favor for a favor,” she says. “I’m glad to finally be out of your debt. You’ll notice my grandson hasn’t had any more costume debacles since then.” “I always have a sewing kit ready, just in case.” “I’m a quick learner,” Maxine says. “So do I.” She smiles at me good-naturedly, which I return. When Miles approaches the set, his hair and makeup ready, she excuses herself. The two of them meet and shake hands on set in front of the cameras. Per an earlier agreement, the interview will be pre-recorded before it’s aired, though the news channel has agreed to let us see the edited footage before anyone else. They promised minimal edits, which was fine with our camp. Miles had a slip-up at the debate. That isn’t going to