Chapter 11

Chapter 11 Surprise

Matthew leaned close to Claire's ear; his

is voice barely audible over the pounding music of the nightclub.

"Come on Claire enjoy it! You used to do this every week!"

Claire glanced around, taking in the vibrant chaos of the club. The thumping beats, the swirling lights, the people lost in the rhythm of the music-it was all so unfamiliar yet strangely familiar after three years of staying away from the club scene. As Matthew ordered shots of vodka, he teased Claire, questioning her ability to handle the alcohol percentage. Claire rolled her eyes playfully "Please, Matthew. I used to pour vodka in my coffee," she quipped, accepting the glass

They clinked their glasses together and downed the contents in one go. Claire felt the burn of the alcohol, but it was a welcome sensation amidst the lively atmosphere.

With a grin, Claire shouted over the music, "So, what's next?"

Matthew motioned toward the dance floor.

"Next step: have fun!" he shouted back.

Claire shook her head, feeling a bit self-conscious.

"I don't know, Matthew. It's been a while..

"Watch me...

Matthew sliding onto the dance floor, showing off his eccentric moves. Claire couldn't help but laugh at his antics, her hesitation melting away,

As the song ended, Matthew struck a dramatic pose, prompting Claire to clap and cheer. "You've still got it, Matthew!" she exclaimed, still chuckling.

They decided to have another round of shots, and Claire raised her glass in a toast.

"To us!"

Suddenly, a familiar voice interrupted them.

"Claire?"

Claire turned, stunned to see Talia standing there.

They hugged tightly.

expect to see you

guess the universe wanted

"You look stunning, Claire."

waved her hand

got out of work, and I think this is not a best outfit to

not the outfit, but the person

out clubbing."

an

Talia, you're

smiling at the unexpected

meet

about." Matthew chuckled, shaking Talia's hand. "Likewise, Talia. Looks like tonight just got even more interesting." shot for the three of them and

Mattheword hers

the work "Talla yelled to Claire over the

Talia by her side, she found herself easing into the rhythm

and perhaps a bit of alcohol had loosened Claire's inhibitions. Talia leaned in close, shouting over the music,

bright smile, her eyes sparkling with newfound confidence. "I'm doing okay, Talia Just taking it all

her own smile mirroring Claire's "I'm glad about the unexpected reunion. It's

conversation flowed effortlessly from

the bar, Matthew, Claire's longtime friend, observed from a distance with a smile of

so much and seeing her enjoying herself again

head back to the bar

them their drinks. "Cheers to a great

raised her glass, her eyes filled

eyes as he looked at

head in the guy's

know. Just

reference. "

she shook her head in disbelief but still smile at

her drink, her gaze

two go and dance and get

them to reply as she pushed Matthew and Talia to the

are especially

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