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    Finally, she had dealt with a nagging worry. Her mood lightened considerably, a relieved smile


    spreading across her face.


    A night over the weekend.


    In her rare leisure time, Cam brewed a pot of tea and sat on the balcony, contentedly reading a


    book. Her phone rang, disying “Erica.” She answered the call,


    “Cam, what are you up to? I’m at Royal Karaoke,e join me.”


    “No thanks, I’m reading.”


    “Come on, I want to introduce you to my boyfriend.”


    “When did you start dating again?”


    Cam wasn’t surprised at all. Erica’s rtionships were like ythings, the longeststing no more


    than three months.


    “Just started, that’s why I want you to meet him. Hurry over, I’ll text you the room number.”


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    After hanging up, Cam changed her clothes and headed out. Arriving at the karaoke lounge, she


    was immediately enveloped by the lively music and bustling atmosphere, dim lights, and tables


    laden with drinks.


    Upon seeing her, Erica grabbed the microphone and shouted. “Wee my best friend, Cam!”


    Everyone turned to look at the door, and for a moment, only the music filled therge private room.


    Cam nodded with a smile.


    The room was filled with a dozen stylishly dressed young men and women, Erica walked over and


    pulled Cam by the hand to the couch.


    “Move.” Erica kicked aside someone’s obstructing leg along the way.


    The man quickly withdrew his leg, making way, his gaze following Cam.


    As they sat down, the men around quickly gathered. “Back off, guys, go do your thing,” Erica red


    at them.


    The men, touching their noses, tactfully dispersed, and the karaoke resumed its lively vibe.


    “Phil,” Erica pinched the cheek of the young man next to her.


    Cam greeted him with a smile. The young man shyly returned the smile. He looked quite young,


    dressed in a white shirt, jeans, and sneakers, giving off a fresh and well–behaved impression.


    Cam whispered to Erica, “He seems quite young, doesn’t he?”


    Ericaughed, looking up. “Twenty, a college student.”


    Surprise flickered in Cam’s eyes.


    “Met him at our magazinepany where he works as a part–time model. Sometimes it’s nice to


    change things up. Young guys have more stamina,” Erica said with augh, covering her mouth.


    Cam looked puzzled but she respected Erica’s decision.


    “Come on, sing a song for me,” Erica nudged Phil.


    He went to the jukebox, chose a romantic bad expressing love, and sang with his eyes fixed on


    Erica.


    The crowd cheered him on, prompting him to continue with a few more songs.


    “Phil sings quite well; Cam remarked.


    “Such a young, obedient guy, soforting,” Erica raised an eyebrow.


    “Hope this onests a bit longer for you,” Cam chuckled.


    “We’ll see. Drink to that?“”


    Cam shook her head, knowing her own limits with alcohol.


    Just a little, to celebrate my new young boyfriend. I’ll drive you hometer.” Erica poured a bit of red


    wine into a ss.


    Alright, cheers to you.” Cam clinked sses and took a sip.


    As Erica and her friends continued to toast, Cam retreated to a corner and dozed off in the dim


    light.


    Are you feeling alright?” noticing her, Erica put down her ss and asked.


    I’m fine, just sleepy. I’ll head to the restroom.”


    I cane with you.”


    No need, I’ll be right back. Cam stood up.