ASTRID, Rhett, and Director McCann walked through the theater doors and into the main hall. The lights inside were still on, and every seat was filled with people who had managed to get tickets for this first screening. The moment the audience spotted them, the room erupted in excited screams and applause.
Astrid smiled wide and lifted a hand to wave at the crowd. He moved down the aisle with an easy stride, acknowledging the people who called out his name. Rhett walked beside him, waving as well, looking more relaxed than he had on the carpet. Director McCann followed close behind, raising a hand in a small, slightly awkward wave.
They made their way toward the front rows where the rest of the cast was already seated. A few actors turned to greet them as they approached. Astrid nodded and smiled at familiar faces before finding his seat. Director McCann took the seat right next to him, and Rhett settled into the seat on the director's other side.
