My remedy...

Ellen patted me on the shoulder, then passed me by, and entered the stage. The spotlight illuminated her face, she smiled to the audience.

“Ladies and gentlemen, today Aurelius Book Publishing is releasing a book written by our newest author, Anastasia Kowalsky. This story has it all, there is a thriller, mystery, drama, and romance. It can easily pull you into the story, it can capture your heart, and let it melt. I'm sure that it will be loved by both, our regular readers, and the critics. Let us welcome our author on the stage. Give a round of applause for Anastasia Kowalsky…” she called me over with a gesture.

“Good luck,” Kaisei whispered straight into my ear.

I walked onto the stage wondering if my foundation was able to cover the redness on my feverish cheeks that flared up while hearing Kaisei's voice. I smiled turning to the audience. Only at that moment I could see that there were no empty seats out there... I gulped.