The world is a blinding blur of flashes and noise. It's like being trapped in a kaleidoscope, except instead of pretty colors, it’s a million tiny explosions of light. You squeeze Callum's arm, feeling his warmth and strength. It’s grounding in this insane chaos. Your heart pounds a frantic rhythm, a drumbeat against your ribs.

You've done this a million times before, but this time is different. Callum and you are finally making your relationship public, and you're afraid the love we've built will shatter under pressure from the outside world. You try to focus on Callum, his face a mask of practiced calm. But your eyes keep darting around, taking in the surreal spectacle.

You force a smile, trying to match his composure. It's like walking a tightrope without a net. One wrong step and you'll fall, a victim to the hungry cameras. But then you meet Callum's eyes, and there's a silent understanding between you. A shared secret in the midst of this public spectacle. And in that moment, you feel a surge of courage.

“You look stunning,” Callum murmurs, his breath warm against your ear. You blush, feeling a surge of warmth on your cheeks. It's just a simple compliment, but in this whirlwind of noise and lights, it feels like a lifeline.