Chapter 40:

The club was alive with music and dancers moving freely, fully immersed in the rhythm. Norah and Joanna were having drinks upstairs when a group of bold men approached them. Unlike Jordy, these men took the hint and moved on after being politely declined.

“It turns out that actual combat training is worlds apart from Taekwondo. Once I’m fully trained, I’ll be more than capable of fighting for you, Norah!” Joanna declared.

Sitting beside Joanna, Norah propped her chin up, half-listening to her tipsy ramblings while occasionally sipping her drink.

Then, suddenly, a wave of excitement erupted from downstairs. “It’s Rosy Secret!”

“Rosy Secret has arrived! They’re finally here!”

The entire club darkened, save for the spotlight that found its way to the stage. The DJ paused the music, and the previously energetic crowd stopped, all eyes drawn to the stage.

The band featured four members: a guitarist, a bassist, a drummer, and a singer—a striking woman, with the instrumentalists donned in masks.

“I don’t know what’s happening,” Norah murmured, but then the singer’s rich voice filled the room as she began to sing, her band providing a compelling backdrop.

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As the chorus hit, the crowd couldn’t resist the pull of the music, moving along to the beat. “Did you think about me, baby?” The infectious tune had everyone smiling and dancing along.

For Kathy, bars and clubs had been off-limits, and Rosy Secret was a band she had only heard of, making this her first live experience of their music.

“I’m a huge fan! I’ve heard all their songs are self-composed hits! They sound amazing live! Absolutely incredible!” Kathy yelled excitedly.

and didn’t

to dance?”

really my thing.” He appreciated the music but

hesitate, pulling Kathy along to join the

this, Derek’s brow furrowed in annoyance. After downing his wine, he made his way to the dance floor, positioning himself protectively near

was performing tonight. She wondered if this was their first appearance. Yet, she realized she was out of the loop

up next is our final track titled ‘Only Love.'” The moment the familiar

the public eye, she questioned the lack of respect for

you such a hard time? Just say the word, and I’ll beat

quieted down to drink. Norah then pulled out her phone to send a quick

the web, Norah stumbled upon numerous videos of Rosy Secret performing at bars. Aside from a

band directly but decided against it when she saw Joanna’s drunk state. It was a task

the stairs, his presence commanding attention. Flanked by two bodyguards, he made passers-by

to escort her out, were distracted by murmurs from

Norah locked

he wasn’t fond of female company. Yet here

see you again,” Kason’s voice was smooth, his intentions clear. He was here for Norah. Before long, he joined them,

floor, Spencer placed a hand on Kason’s arm, looking down and signaling

down, retorted, “No way! How could that

and realized it was indeed Kason, seated across from

Joanna? Did Kason stop by just to see them? How come he

Selene, I’ve

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