The program wrapped up not long after Lily's performance, but to Gray, the rest of the show passed by a golden blur. In his mind, it was everything that mattered.
He applauded with everyone else, and smiled at the final acts, but in his mind, he was just thinking of Lily. He was really so proud of her.
He knew that by now, Lily must be so excited and proud of herself.
The moment the principal closed with her thanks and the audience began to leave the gymnasium. Gray stood up immediately and so did Selina.
"She was incredible," Selina said, beaming widely. She chuckled softly, feeling like a proud sister.
Lily might not be her own sister, but in her mind, she was. They might have spent a little time together, but for her, it was already a long time.
"Yup. She really was."
They made their way through the crowd, going past the other parents and students, who were still excited and happy from the night. Some kids were clinging to bouquets almost as big as their torsos.
