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

guess the universe wanted us to

"You look stunning, Claire."

her hand

I just got out of work, and I think this

is not the outfit, but the person

out clubbing."

raised an eyebrow,

Talia, you're

smiling at the unexpected

Matthew, Talia, meet my

extending her hand to Matthew. "Nice to finally meet the legendary Matthew, Claire talks about." Matthew chuckled, shaking Talia's hand. "Likewise, Talia. Looks like tonight just got even more

Mattheword hers

the work "Talla yelled

easing into the rhythm of the music,

Talia leaned in

newfound confidence. "I'm doing okay, Talia Just

smile mirroring Claire's "I'm glad about the unexpected reunion. It's been a

they danced, their conversation flowed effortlessly from one

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

much and seeing her enjoying herself

back to the bar after their dance

handing them their drinks. "Cheers to a great night," he said, clinking his glass

her eyes filled

eyes as he looked at

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

stance. "I know, I know. Just making sure

reference. "

she shook her head in disbelief but

drink, her gaze sweeping across the

don't you two go and dance

to reply as she pushed Matthew and Talia to

especially with the slow

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