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.

God! 1 didn't expect to see you today! Last night we just called" said

I guess the universe wanted us to see

"You look stunning, Claire."

waved her hand in

but I just got out of work, and I

the outfit, but the person

out clubbing."

an

Talia, you're Claire's

nodded, smiling at

Matthew, Talia, meet

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

Mattheword hers

do the work "Talla yelled to Claire over the

into the rhythm of the music, even dating

bit of alcohol had loosened Claire's inhibitions. Talia leaned in

confidence. "I'm doing okay, Talia Just taking it all

smile mirroring Claire's "I'm glad about the unexpected

conversation flowed effortlessly from one

their way back to the bar, Matthew, Claire's longtime

much and seeing her enjoying herself again brought him

to the bar after their

a great

raised her glass, her eyes filled with gratitude. "Thanks, Matthew.

as he looked at Claire, "Anytime, Claire.

progressed, Talia noticed a guy checking Claire out from across the room. She nudged Claire gently and tilted her head in the guy's direction, signaling her observation. Claire rolled her eyes playfully, shaking her head. "Oh please, Talia. I'm not here

know. Just

reference. "

her head

gaze

and dance and get

didn't wait for them to reply as she pushed Matthew and

how awkward they are especially with the slow song playing at

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