The rally's been a huge success. Every newsie in New York showed up, and everyone's happy and the air is light.

You and Blink are on one of the upper levels, his arms around your waist from behind as he sings along with Medda's performance, like all the other newsies. He's laid-back and soft, a stark contrast to his usual self.

His thumbs absently tap your sides, his lean arms hugging you closer.