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He pal over the fabric ofhis hard shoulders for support "Don’t" I warh every nerve and roan leaves me

He smiles and kisses me a little harder and doesn’t stop He rubs hter around his neck and pushfor? Huh? Tell me now," he presses

I tell him who

The president of the United States

My love

5

PRESS CONFERENCE

Charlotte

There’s excitement in the air of the White House press room as Matt addresses the reporters Several dozen flashes snap as he stands at the podium

"I realize this is a little unorthodox Usually the president of the United States isas first lady; in my case that also won’t be the case I’ve asked a woman whom I’ve co them, her passion for this country that equalsLadies and gentle First Lady of the United States of America, Charlotte Wells"

Breathe, breathe, breathe

MattI aze on me, with the whole room’s eyes on e to open my mouth and say what I rehearsed with Lola, the press secretary, just an hour ago

"Thank you, Mr President" I inhale his scent as he passes th Ireporters as possible even though ithere I’m not ashamed to admit when Matt--the president--asked me to take on this task, I didn’t think I could possibly say yes Turns out it’s not easy to decline the president, especially this one"

I shoot hihter, and h I still feel co here, I will do my best and more than that to represent our country as best I can and do justice to President Hamilton’s presidency Thank you"

Applause "Miss Wells--!"

"Miss Wells, could you give us any specifics on the kind of relationship you and the president--"

Lola takes my place behind the podium and murmurs, "No questions at this time, thank you"