She waved.
Elena waved back.
Beside her, James reached for her hand.
They stayed until the performers came into the lobby.
June emerged surrounded by classmates.
Dani was laughing about a missed cue.
Mr. Pierce carried a stack of programs.
Owen followed with June’s jacket.
Theo ran toward his sister.
“You were amazing!”
June grinned.
“I know.”
He stopped.
Then he hugged her carefully.
“I told you that you could do it.”
She laughed.
“You also told me Elena would stand up and dance.”
Theo looked embarrassed.
“I was trying to help.”
June reached for his hand.
“You did help.”
He brightened.
“Really?”
“Yes. But next time, ask me what I need.”
Theo considered that.
Then he nodded solemnly.
“Okay.”
Elena approached.
June looked up.
“Did you like it?”
