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.

to see you today! Last night we just called" said

I guess the universe wanted us

"You look stunning, Claire."

waved her

out of work, and I think

not the outfit, but the person who wears

out clubbing."

raised an

Talia, you're Claire's best

nodded, smiling at

Talia, meet

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

Mattheword hers

to dance and let the alcohol do the work "Talla yelled to

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

and perhaps a bit of alcohol had loosened Claire's inhibitions. Talia leaned

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

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

their conversation flowed effortlessly from one topic

to the bar, Matthew, Claire's longtime friend, observed

had been through so much and seeing her enjoying herself again

and Claire head back to the bar after

drinks. "Cheers to a great night,"

filled

in his eyes as he looked at

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.

know, I know. Just making

reference. "

which she shook her head

her drink, her gaze sweeping across the

two go and

as she pushed Matthew and Talia to the dance

especially with the slow song playing at the

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