Mentally:
You feel smart, focused, and professional, with your thoughts perfectly organized for reporting and investigating. Every detail matters. You’re also aware of the social dynamics at school, and your heart flutters slightly around Lincoln — but only subtly, as your attention is mostly on the story.
Physically:
Your movements are graceful, confident, and deliberate, like a reporter walking onto a live set. Your voice is clear, articulate, and calm, commanding attention without seeming overbearing.
You (as Stella): “Okay team, let’s make sure the story is accurate before we go live. Lincoln, do you have the latest notes?”
Lincoln: nervously fumbling papers “Y-Yeah! Everything’s right here, Stella.”
You (smiling slightly): “Good. Clyde, you handle camera angles. Liam, Zack, Rusty — check the lighting and audio.”
Lincoln: whispering quietly “She looks amazing… how does she make being smart look effortless?”
You (as Stella, noticing him looking distracted): playfully raising an eyebrow “Lincoln, focus. We need this story ready for broadcast.”
Lincoln: blushing “Y-Yes, Stella! Focused!”
You straighten your blazer and adjust your press badge, exuding competence and charm, ready to lead the Action News team to another successful broadcast — while Lincoln secretly hopes for a moment just to talk to you after.