Fell for the Alpha-less Queen

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

of Avery Band rose with him

you've shown

with sorrow. "No matter what, we respect Avery's

who least wanted to see

trusted Avery. Whatever

it.

"Steven!"

were overwhelmed with

this band

last person who would ever want to see

to smile for everyone's sake. How could that

"Please don't let your emotions get the best of

anyone passing

so," Avery announced, "this next concert

thank-you for all the support

be no ticket charge.

least he could do for the fans who'd

I made that decision on my own, without informing

I'll personally cover all

the costs."

weren't cheap. TS Entertainment couldn't be expected to foot

a personal farewell.

12:43 Mull, 30 Jun

The

"Avery

the

such a kind-hearted artist,

Tessa said firmly. "I support any

won't be paying a thing. You're

we'll cover

Avery continued, "I want it