ALLISON’S POV “And cut!” Director Wyatt’s voice cuts through the set and I hold still for a moment before breaking out of character, a deep exhale tearing out of me. “Oooo, that was good!” Priya exclaims, and then starts clapping. “Someone get her water.” The applause spreads through the rest of the cast and I don’t know where to look. I turn slowly on the spot, catching the lighting crew, the camera guys, everyone clapping, and heat climbs up my neck. I press my lips together, glance down at my shoes, and laugh under my breath, not entirely sure what to do with myself. Today’s the last day of filming and I genuinely didn’t expect this. The past few weeks have been a lot: retakes until my voice gave out, lectures I barely stayed awake through, and Justin’s thesis on top of everythin

