Showstars Hana And Aya — Checked

“Checked,” she says.

Aya lifts the back of her cropped jacket. The transmitter is snug in its neoprene belt, antenna pointed down. “Channel 4, gain at 70%. Checked.” Showstars Hana And Aya Checked

The buzz of the crowd is a low earthquake through the concrete walls. Hana stands with her arms outstretched, a human starfish in a sequined leotard. Aya circles her slowly, checklist in hand. “Checked,” she says

“Check.”

Hana sets the clipboard down. She steps close, forehead to forehead. “That’s not a problem. That’s a check. You’re here . You’re not numb. That’s good.” antenna pointed down. “Channel 4

“Knee pads?” Aya kneels and presses two fingers against Hana’s right kneecap through the fabric. Then the left.

“Checked,” Aya says.