CHAPTER 19: Surprising Encounter

  Hannah’s POV

  We spent the next half an hour dancing to the music. We were chatting about everything from old memories to upcoming plans. It felt good to laugh, to let go, and to be in the company of someone who truly understood me. After a while, the music in the bar picked up, and Aubrey’s eyes lit up with excitement. “Come on, let’s get on the table. You need to shake off all that tension.”

  After what felt like hours of dancing, we finally made our way back to the table, both of us laughing breathlessly. We continued drinking. “I haven’t done that in so long!” I said, still catching my breath. Aubrey grinned at me. “That’s the Hannah I know and love! See? You just needed a break. We should do this more often.” I nodded in agreement, feeling lighter than I had all day. “You’re right. I did need this. Thanks, Aubrey. You always know how to bring out the best in me.”