Chapter 123 Stormy Night Premonition

• One by one, the couples began to gracefully exit the stage, leaving only a handful of us swaying to the melodious tunes. Nestled in his arms, I watched as the performers departed, feeling a sense of tranquility wash over me in his embrace. Yet, amidst the enchanting ambiance, a subtle unease lingered, like a whisper of impending turmoil.
• My gaze wandered to the scene before me, where Denver sat at the counter, his figure mirrored in the revolving chair. With each sip of his drink, a sly grin played upon his lips, casting shadows of suspicion in my mind. My heartbeat quickened with each passing moment, anticipation mingling with apprehension as I yearned for the night's end.
• In the midst of revelry, a foreboding sense weighed upon me, akin to the ominous warning of an approaching storm. I couldn't shake the feeling that danger loomed, threatening to shatter the harmony of our gathering. As laughter filled the hall, I silently prayed for a peaceful resolution, fearing the consequences of any discord among those I considered friends.