Chapter 350 Let Them See

• “Just for the record, I won the race,” Bridget said, from the peripheral of the small crowd gathered around me.
• Nicholas was still holding me, with Veronica, Jessica, and Elva close by. Everyone, it seemed, was worried about me – all except Bridget, who said again, “Did you record my finish? Did you see it?”
• I ignored her, and focused instead on the closeness of Nicholas. His warmth. The strength of his arms around me, ever-protecting me. His scent, dimmed slightly by the salt water clinging to his skin and his hair.