The night blurred into laughter, music, and lights. The bar was packed, but it was the good kind of crowded, the kind that buzzed with energy. Lily had practically dragged me into the dance floor at least three times already, and I couldn't even remember how many drinks she'd forced into my hand."Come on, Sarah!" Lily yelled over the thumping beat, her hair flying as she twirled. "You've been so serious these past weeks. You need to enjoy this night!"I laughed, feeling my cheeks warm. "I am enjoying!""Not enough!" she countered, pointing her half-empty drink at me. "Tonight, no projects, no stress, no thinking about Ethan or Gabriel, just you and freedom!"I giggled at how dramatic she sounded. "Fine, fine, I'll try!""That's the spirit!" she said, clinking her glass with mine before spinning away to dance again.I leaned against the counter, a soft smile tugging at my lips. Maybe Lily was right. For once, it felt good not to worry about classes, projects, or, well, complicated fee
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