Chapter 90

~Jasmine~ Today was the official launch of the antidote, and I paced the room, practicing my speech. "No, you look like you're about to faint, and that's not in the script," Mav complained for the umpteenth time. "Mavvvv, this is hard," I pouted, making him chuckle. "I don't even know what you're practicing for, Jasmine. You've faced bigger crowds than this. Just be confident, and everything will go smoothly." He wrapped his arms around my waist. He was right. I didn't know why I was so nervous, but my nerves had been on edge all morning. And to make matters worse, time seemed to be flying by. "You know what would cheer you up?" Mav nuzzled his nose against my neck. "What?" I asked, intrigued. "Steak and mushroom casserole," he declared, making me instantly giddy. Mav's grilled steak was one of the best things I'd ever tasted, and now that he'd mentioned it, I craved it. "Yay!" I clapped excitedly as Mav swept me off my feet and carried me to the backyard. "You know, this place gives m