The Final Bow

28 Pearls

The emotions in the room surged like a tidal wave. The fans couldn't absorb a

word of what was being said.

"I'm truly grateful for all your love. These past three years-we've come this far

only because of you, Avery finally spoke, his voice calm but heavy. "But no

celebration lasts forever. In the end, I have to leave

Everyone present today was a dichard fan.

Some of them, Avery even recognized. No matter where the band traveled, he'd

always catch glimpses of them waiting at airports, cheering from the crowd. They

truly loved Avery Band.

"Avery! Didn't you say we'd play music together until we're old? Why are you

leaving now?" one fan cried

out.

They couldn't understand. Things had finally taken a turn for the better-why now?

Even Avery, usually so reserved, had red-rimmed eyes. He wasn't unaffected. He

didn't want to leave either.

"If you really love us," he said softly, "please respect our decision. Even after I go,

always remember

and gave a deep bow to

rest of Avery Band rose with him

you've shown us,"

with sorrow. "No matter what, we

the one who least

Whatever Avery chose, Steven would stand

it.

"Steven!"

were overwhelmed

much this band meant to

who would ever want to see it end. And now, he

everyone's sake. How could

let your

want anyone passing out

announced, "this next concert

for all the support

be no ticket charge.

least he could do for

I made that decision on my

I'll personally cover all

the costs."

be expected to foot

a personal farewell.

12:43 Mull, 30 Jun

The Final

"Avery

in the crowd burst into

such a good idol, such a kind-hearted artist, just walk away like

Tessa said firmly. "I support

be paying a thing. You're part of TS

cover

continued, "I want it to be

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