In the evening, Natalie Vaughn's fever finally subsided. However, she still felt weak, and Zane Thorne was hesitant to let her attend the party alone, so he accompanied her.
The location was a bar near CSM Academy.
By the time they arrived, the place was already lively. Vivian was having a blast among a group of people. This party, ostensibly in her honor, was more like a fun gathering for everyone.
Natalie tightly held Zane's hand. They wore matching couple sweaters, looking out of season compared to others in their hot outfits and thin shirts.
Vivian spotted Natalie and made her way over through the crowd, a drink in hand.
"Kristin, you're here?"
Vivian's eyes landed on Zane, openly scrutinizing him from head to toe, finally letting out an exaggerated "Wow" when she saw his face.
"Kristin, who is this?"
"My husband."
Zane gave Natalie's hand a gentle squeeze before letting go and whispered in her ear.
"I'll go sit over there. You two chat."
