Alpha James called Janine, and her son Andre, up to the podium and I was so happy at seeing them together. He wrapped his arm around her and pulled her into his side, and gave himself a moment to take a deep breath of her scent. I see the happiness and joy spread across his face, and for a moment I see him relax. After they are greeted, and properly accepted with cheers and applause, they return to their chairs. I know what is coming, and I take a deep breath because we are about to head up there now. I will be at the head of the group, but I will NOT be alone. My family is here to protect and support me through this. I stay in my seat as Percy leans back and pulls me into his side. I hear murmurs around us as now that he has leaned back to watch this play out, people could see me, and it
