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, I’ll always remember your kindness.”

He stood and gave a deep bow to the fans and the press.

The rest of Avery Band rose with him and bowed together.

all the love you’ve shown us,” Steven said, his ever–smiling face now clouded with sorrow.

the one who least wanted

he’d always trusted Avery. Whatever Avery

“Steven!”

were

how much this band meant

want to see it end. And now, he was

gently. “Please don’t let your emotions get

be our last. Our farewell performance. As a thank–you for all the support you’ve given Avery Band over the years, there will be no ticket charge. It will be completely

was the least he could do for the fans who’d given

I made that decision on my

the costs.”

weren’t cheap. TS Entertainment couldn’t be expected to foot the bill for

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The

“Avery

fans in the crowd burst into

such a good idol, such a kind–hearted

don’t owe me an apology,” Tessa said firmly. “I support any decision you make. And you won’t be paying a thing. You’re part of TS Entertainment. Of course we’ll

musically. And let me say again: leaving Avery Band is my decision alone. No one

He bowed once more.

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