We were all squared away and shipshape before either the guard or my defense team showed up to start the morning’s festivities.The scent of sex was ...anging in the air in the confined space and I hoped that Brenda’s keen sense of smell did not pick up on the fact much to my discomfort.I hastened to rush her out the door and up to the preparation room for the defense team inside the courtroom. They were already allowing the spectators to claim their seats in the courtroom and I saw the jurors. The plan was all too clear – listen to the music and let it drill its way into your head, or talk…and actively become more like Trixie. Brooke suddenly had the mental image of seeing her blabber away into the microphone, and felt sick. That’s what they wanted her to be. A stranger to herself. So she opted for door number three – bury herself under the blanket, cover her ears, and try to remember her true self as best she could, locking out Candy Records’ attempts to change it. — Hours passed.. This agreement suited Dan just fine that was until Amy announced she had to go away for a few days on a business trip, he didn't mind Saturday but what was he going to do on Sunday when nothing was open and it was Pete's night. He explained this to Pete but Pete didn't mind Dan stopping in the apartment just this once but he did warn Dan that this was his night so he better not object to anything that goes on while his there. Dan agreed for two reasons one because he had no choice and two it. I saw him break away from his gang and go talk to the school principal, who was serving as DJ. I thought he probably requested a Beach Boys song, since he and his buddies liked that stuff, but instead, the principal got on the mike. “I have a song request. Here's your chance, gentlemen. Ask a lady to dance.”Andy Williams sang. Joey was the first boy I ever slow-danced with. I still remember all the lyrics to “Moon River.” Feeling his hand holding mine as we moved, I knew I wasn't a child.