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.

you today! Last night we just

universe

"You look stunning, Claire."

waved her

just got out of work, and I think this is not a

is not the outfit, but the person who

out clubbing."

an

you're Claire's

smiling at the unexpected

meet

"Nice to finally meet the legendary Matthew, Claire talks about." Matthew chuckled, shaking Talia's hand.

Mattheword hers

let the alcohol do the work "Talla yelled to Claire over the loud,

rhythm of the music, even dating to venture onto the dance

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 in,

mirroring Claire's "I'm glad about the unexpected reunion. It's been a while since we have seen

conversation flowed effortlessly from one

way back to the bar, Matthew, Claire's longtime friend, observed from a distance with

seeing her enjoying herself again

Claire head back to the

to a great night," he said, clinking his glass

glass, her eyes filled with

eyes as he looked

head in the guy's direction, signaling her observation. Claire rolled her eyes playfully, shaking her head. "Oh please, Talia.

"I know, I know. Just

reference. "

teasingly which she shook her head in disbelief

drink, her gaze sweeping across the

go and dance

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

especially with

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