Cleopatra moved through the set, searching for her assigned seat, when a figure cut in front of her.“I’m taking this seat,” Sabrina said lightly, already settling in as though it were decided.Cleopatra paused. Xander stepped in, calm but firm.“You can’t take this seat. It’s assigned. Please follow the seating arrangement.”Sabrina’s jaw tightened. “Oh.”With a restrained expression, she rose and moved to the seat just behind them, her displeasure lingering in the air.Cleopatra finally settled into her place. Beside him, Xander shared the same seating row, his presence relaxed.“Thanks,” she said quietly.Xander gave a small shrug. “It’s nothing. You’re welcome.”Cleopatra adjusted her neck rest, leaning back against the chair with a quiet exhale.After a brief pause, Xander glanced at her. “Is this your first gig at Verenna?”“Yes,” she replied.He nodded slightly. “Oh, cool. Hope you’re not scared.”A faint silence followed before she answered honestly, “To be honest… I’m anxiou
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