The announcement! A declaration of war  

  My eyes fluttered. My vision blurred, blackened, and cleared all at the same time. I was hanging a little. 

Or was someone carrying me?

My head spun and my whole body felt light. It didn't hurt though, at least nothing unbearable. 

There were muffled sounds but I didn't pay attention. Took a minute and when I finally opened my eyes, I saw lights, cheering crowds, and a group of people in front of me, clapping. But how was I still standing?

A strong smell of disinfectant was in the air. Wait, was it coming from me?

I looked to my right. Nothing. I looked to my left and there she was. Marg. 

"Hey," She said. 

"Hi." I tried to smile but couldn't feel my lips.