#Chapter 57: An Unexpected Announcement

One of the crew count us down. When they mouth a silent zero, the cameras come on and we are live. “Welcome, everyone, to our exclusive interview with Representative Miles Hamilton,” I say. With shaking hands, I clutch my notecards hard, crinkling them, but somehow manage to keep my voice firm and strong. Turning to Miles, I say, “Thank you for being with us today.” “It’s my pleasure,” Miles answers smoothly. He looks totally comfortable in his chair, back straight but otherwise relaxed. His lips hold a small, friendly smile. If the camera is showing him as I see him, he’s coming off charming and charismatic. It’s almost enough to make me blush. Almost. Right now, I need to focus on the job. So I do. “As the youngest congressman, our viewers are very curious about you. Please allow me to ask you a few questions, and hopefully we can show our viewers an insight into the kind of man you are, Representative Hamilton.” “I’d be happy to answer any questions you have, Esther,” he