Texas concert

The air inside the AT&T Stadium was electric. The anticipation was almost palpable as thousands of fans packed the arena, their voices a constant hum, building into a deafening roar. Neon lights flashed, and the giant screens overhead showcased endless clips of Ethan Jones—his music, his rise to stardom, and the frenzy of his recent success. The crowd was restless, eagerly awaiting the moment they would finally see him live on stage.

The lights dimmed. A hush fell over the audience as the opening notes of Ethan's latest hit song echoed throughout the stadium, causing the crowd to erupt into a frenzy. Screams of excitement filled the air as the stage exploded with lights, fog, and an intense burst of sound. Ethan Jones, wearing a black jacket and sleek, futuristic sunglasses, stood at the center of the stage, bathed in a spotlight.

For a moment, everything seemed to stop. Ethan took a deep breath, his heart racing with adrenaline. The fans were screaming his name, and he could feel the intensity of their love and excitement. The massive crowd seemed to blur around him, and he took a moment to soak it all in before stepping forward to the microphone.

"What's up, AT&T Stadium!" he shouted, his voice barely audible over the deafening roar of the crowd. The fans erupted into a chorus of cheers, some even jumping up and down in pure excitement.

Ethan smiled, his gaze sweeping across the sea of faces. "You all ready for a night you'll never forget?" The crowd screamed even louder, and Ethan could hardly believe how real it all was. Every inch of the arena was filled with his fans, all screaming, singing, and living in the moment.

He waited for the cheers to die down before speaking again. "I want to thank every single one of you for being here tonight. You're the reason I'm standing here, living my dream, and I couldn't be more grateful." The crowd erupted once more, but Ethan held his hand up, signaling for them to quiet down.

"You know, we've been through a lot, right?" he said, a mischievous glint in his eye. The fans immediately hushed, sensing something big was coming. Ethan leaned forward, and a quiet laugh slipped from his lips. "Yeah, I'm sure you all heard the rumors. The car accident with a certain pop star." He paused, letting the words sink in.

The stadium was instantly filled with gasps, murmurs, and more than a few raised eyebrows. Ethan let the tension build for a moment, enjoying the suspense. "Yeah, it's true. I got into a little fender-bender with none other than Taylor Swift." He laughed, shaking his head, as the crowd froze, unsure of what to make of it. Was this part of the show? Was he joking? so the rumors were true? all this passes through their minds

"Yeah, I know what you're thinking," Ethan continued, grinning ear to ear. "It sounds crazy, but guess what? I'm fine! Just a little scratch on the car, and as you can see, I'm perfectly fine." He waved his hands dramatically, as though to prove the point, before laughing out loud. The fans cheered, some with nervous relief, others laughing along with him.

"But you know what?" Ethan's tone shifted slightly. The energy in the stadium seemed to change, becoming more intimate as he looked out at the crowd, his expression softening. "I'm actually thankful for that accident. Yeah, you heard me right—thankful." He let that sink in, his smile never fading.

A few fans exchanged confused looks, unsure of what he meant. Ethan took a step back, letting the suspense grow. "I mean, think about it. Thanks to that accident, I made a new friend. A mentor, even. And together, we created something beautiful. Something that's going to blow your minds tonight."

The crowd was utterly silent now, hanging on his every word. Ethan took a deep breath before raising his hand dramatically. "Ladies and gentlemen, help me give a round of applause to my new friend… no, scratch that… my mentor. Taylor Swift!"

The stadium exploded.

Fans jumped to their feet, screaming, crying, and even shaking in disbelief. The huge screens flashed, and the spotlights turned to the side of the stage, where, sure enough, Taylor Swift appeared. The roar of the crowd was so deafening it felt like the entire stadium was shaking. The excitement was palpable. Fans waved signs, hands up in the air, and shouted her name as she walked onto the stage, smiling and waving at the audience.

Among the crowd, two fans stood in the front row, eyes wide in disbelief. "No… no, it can't be…" one whispered, barely able to comprehend what they were seeing. "Is that really her?"

Her friend, equally stunned, shook her head. "No way… It can't be."

But when Taylor stepped onto the stage, the fans couldn't hold it in anymore. The screams became so intense that it was like the walls of the stadium were going to collapse. The energy in the arena was unlike anything they had ever felt before. The sound of hundreds of thousands of people all shouting at once was overwhelming. The excitement was infectious.

Ethan walked forward to meet her, his grin wide as he opened his arms to hug her. Taylor laughed and walked right into his embrace, the two of them laughing and talking as the crowd went wild. Fans were jumping, crying, and some even fainted at the sight of their two idols together on stage.

"Thank you so much for being here, Taylor!" Ethan shouted over the noise, still holding onto her. "You've been such an incredible friend and mentor to me, and I'm so glad to have you here tonight!"

Taylor smiled and turned to the crowd. "This is insane!" she shouted. "Thank you all for this amazing welcome! Ethan, you're incredible, and I'm so happy to be here with all of you tonight!" The crowd erupted once again, screaming and cheering for the duo, who were now standing side by side, basking in the love of the fans.

Ethan turned to the audience, smiling brightly. "So, here's the deal," he said, looking at Taylor with a wink. "We've got something very special for you tonight. Taylor and I have been working on something together, and we want to share it with you. We're going to sing a duet, a song we both made together."

The crowd went absolutely wild. Fans screamed so loudly that it felt like the stadium was shaking. Some were in tears, others clutching each other in disbelief. Taylor and Ethan stood side by side, laughing at the overwhelming reaction.

"We're so excited to do this for you," Taylor said, her voice a little shaky from the sheer intensity of the moment. "This song, it's been a journey for both of us. We hope you love it as much as we do."

Ethan nodded, his eyes glinting with excitement. "So, are you ready for this, AT&T Stadium? Let's make this a night to remember!"

As the crowd's energy peaked, Ethan and Taylor exchanged a look of shared excitement. They were about to take the stage together, and everything that had happened in the past months— the accident, the unexpected friendship, and this moment—had led them to this incredible point.

The anticipation was electric, the audience on the edge of their seats. They were about to witness something truly unforgettable. The music was about to start, and everyone in that stadium knew this would be a moment they would never forget.

Author's Note

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the concerns many of you raised about the last chapter, and I sincerely apologize for any disappointment. I also recognize the dip in quality, and I truly appreciate your patience. Moving forward, I will do my best to improve and make it up to you.

Regarding chapter length, I will strive to ensure that each chapter is at least 1,200 words minimum. Once we catch up to where we are on Patreon, you'll notice a significant difference in quality and quantity.

Thank you all for your incredible support throughout the past chapters. I deeply appreciate every one of you for sticking with this book, and I hope to continue earning your support—especially your time spent reading. I promise to raise the quality even higher than what made you start reading in the first place.

Thank you all so much!

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