Another said, I applied even though I was scared.

A third, written in Mia’s careful handwriting, said, This room made the future feel real.

After everyone left, I stood alone in the dining room holding that last card.

Gavin came in and looked at the empty space.

“So the circus is finally over.”

“The club is moving to the community center,” I said.

He gave a satisfied nod.

“Good.