Chapter 885 A Stranger''s Act Of Kindness
Irene felt a twinge of difort as praise was heaped upon her.
In truth, she didn''t quite see herself as capable. If it weren''t for pulling strings, she would never havended a job at L.Moon.
"You seem troubled. Is the pressure at L.Moon getting to you?" the girl asked in a gentle tone.
Irene shook her head. "There are a bunch of talented designers there. I feel like I''m just a drop in the oceanpared to them. Honestly, I consider
myself lucky to have gotten in. Otherwise, I''d be feeling pretty low.”
The girl regarded her earnestly for a moment before speaking again. "Simply making it through the door is a stroke of luck. Why do you sell yourself
short?”
Irene was taken aback by the girl''s words.
"All my friends say that getting into L.Moon is a springboard for growth. Those on the inside often fail to appreciate their luck, while outsiders envy
them endlessly. You should seize this chance and soak up as much knowledge as you can in such a prestigious ce. There''s a wealth of experience
there that otherpanies can''t offer," she said soothingly.
Her words ignited something within Irene.
Indeed, Abigail was presenting her with a golden opportunity, and Irene had been drowning in self-doubt that she neglected considering the value of
this chance.
"Thank you." At that moment, she discovered her purpose
The girl shed a gentle smile. "You don''t have to thank me. Just keep pushing forward, alright?"
"You too, and good luck with your exams too!” Irene suddenly felt a surge of motivation.
As the afternoon drew to a close and the library prepared to shut its doors, she bid a reluctant farewell to the girl.
She felt thankful to Abigail for treating her to donuts. When they were both working hard and feeling hungry, she shared half of the donuts with her.
Even though they only met briefly, the mutual encouragement was enough
When she was about to board the bus back, a message from Abigail popped up on her phone.
‘Want to join us? It''s my friend''s birthday today, and everyone''s gathering.’
Irene remembered Abigail mentioning her friend''s struggles with severe depression. After replying affirmatively, she set out to find a suitable gift upon
getting off the bus.
After browsing for a while, she bought a beautifully woven Emperor''s Coin Bracelet. With the gift in hand, she made her way to the club address.
provided by Abigail
Before Abigail could even begin singing, Kevin approached. “Where''s everyone?"
"Almost here. Why don''t you head downstairs and wait?" she replied, feeling a twinge of irritation.
Can''t he give me a moment to rx?
Kevin shed an "OK" sign. “Thanks, Abigail."
"Just go." Abigail nudged him away.
The private room buzzed with activity. Shaunee was either dragging someone into a duet or another. Even Luna got roped into singing a song
After about ten minutes of goofing around, Kevin entered with Irene.
lrene was dressed in in sportswear. Hence, she looked extremely modest. Amidst a group of morous girls, she seemed excessively in.
She was a little nervous, and after walking in, she clutched the gift bag tighter.
"Miss Quinn,” she greeted Abigail politely as she approached
Everyone stared at her, making her feel even more self-conscious.
“Just call me Abigail. You don''t have
to be so Nervous. Weren''t we friends
before? Why the sudden shyness
after not seeing each other fora
while?’ Abigail offered her awarm
sraile. ...
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“Okay.” Irene replied and nced over at Luna seated on the nearby sofa.
She handed the gift to Luna and stumbled over her words. "Um, it was a bitst minute, so I didn''t have time to prepare something proper. Happy
birthday.”
"Thank you.” Luna replied warmly, and she reached out to take it.
Shaunee, who was dressed in a steampunk-style attire, approached Irene and wrapped an arm around her shoulder.
Irene startled at the sudden embrace.
"Do you sing?” Shaunee grinned mischievously.Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org.
"A birthday song?” Irene felt a bead of sweat forming on her forehead.
"No, just sing whatever you like! Why limit yourself? When you''re out having fun, just go with your instincts!" Snaunee led her toward the karacke
stage.
Irene felt a mix of excitement and apprehension from Shaunee’s enthusiasm.
Abigail noticed her nervousness and
nced I atLuna beside her. “She''s
Still getting used to life in Capitalis.
It''s amazing how much a new~
envitonment can affect somé@one''s
confidence. "
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‘She''ll find her own way to adjust,” :
Luna remarked as she opened the
gift box t to reveal an Emperor''s Coin
Bracelet. She was pleasantly?
surprised by the thoughtful’ gesture.
Her eyes sparkled with admiration as she held the bracelet and examined it. "As expected of a design student. you really have an eye for gifts."
Irene caught fragments of what she said and felt a weight lift off her shoulders.
Well, if she likes it, then that''s a relief.
"What''s “Goldenkey?" I''ve never heard of that song." Shaunee''s question snapped her back to reality.
Before anyone could answer, Kevin chimed in, "She''s your responsibility now. I''m off to y cards with the guys."
The men moved to another corner of the room
This private room was unlike any she''d been in before. It was spacious, with enough room for both men and women to have fun, and the sound
system was top-notch.
“Alright, alright, got it." Shaunee waved it off.
Once Kevin settled in, Shaunee escorted Irene back to the women''s section
Irene was handed a microphone, and Abigail queued up her song to y after Ene finished singing
Ene belted out an old tune.
As for I, well, she simply couldn''t carry a tune. After one song, she called it quits, and nobody pushed her to continue.