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.

see you today!

guess the universe wanted us

"You look stunning, Claire."

her hand

work, and I think this is not a best outfit to go

is not the outfit, but the person

out clubbing."

an

Talia, you're Claire's

at

Matthew, Talia, meet

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

Mattheword hers

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

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

loosened Claire's inhibitions. Talia leaned in close, shouting over the music, "Hey, Claire, how are you

confidence. "I'm doing okay,

about the unexpected reunion.

conversation flowed

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

been through so much and seeing her enjoying

back to the bar

a great

filled with gratitude. "Thanks, Matthew. I

as he looked at 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 to find a

"I know, I know. Just making sure you're aware of

reference. "

Claire teasingly which she shook her head in disbelief

sipped her drink, her gaze sweeping across the dance

know, why don't you two go and

as she

giggled seeing how awkward they are especially with

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