The Fabricated Truth
Valerie didn't look at Tobias and Miranda. She calmly walked onto the stage amidst the thunderous applause and cheers from the audience.
Though she didn't have much experience facing the public, she showed no sign of stage fright. She politely accepted the microphone from Silas and bowed to the audience to express her gratitude.
After the applause gradually subsided, she began her speech. Her spee