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.

didn't expect to see you today!

guess the universe wanted us to see each

"You look stunning, Claire."

her hand in

I just got out of work, and I think

is not the outfit, but the person who wears

out clubbing."

an

you're

at

Talia, meet my

Matthew, Claire talks about." Matthew chuckled, shaking Talia's hand. "Likewise, Talia. Looks like tonight just got even

Mattheword hers

and let the alcohol do the work "Talla yelled to

herself easing into the rhythm of the music,

Talia leaned in close, shouting over

smile, her eyes sparkling with newfound confidence. "I'm

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

conversation flowed effortlessly

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

been through so much and seeing her enjoying herself again

Claire head back to the

"Cheers to a great

filled with gratitude. "Thanks, Matthew. I needed

as he looked at Claire, "Anytime, Claire. You know I've always got

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,

know. Just making sure you're aware of your admirers.

reference. "

she shook her head in disbelief but still smile at the

drink, her gaze sweeping across the

know, why don't you two go and dance and get to lonow each

for them to reply as she pushed Matthew and Talia to

especially with the slow

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