Chapter 25

As we step out of the crowded venue, a sense of unease washes over me like a cold gust of wind. The incident with the guy in the bathroom still lingers in my mind, fueling my anger and paranoia. I try to suppress it for Star's sake, but the tension is palpable. She holds my hand tightly, her touch providing a small sense of comfort amidst the chaos and uncertainty that looms in the air.

Walking through the dimly lit streets, the atmosphere becomes suffocating. The night seems to close in around us, and the shadows take on a life of their own, dancing and twisting in eerie patterns. Every corner we turn, every alley we pass, I can't shake the feeling that we're being watched. I feel eyes on us, unseen figures lurking in the darkness, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

Star's nervous glances over her shoulder mirror my own apprehension. The weight of the unknown presses down on us, making each breath heavier than the last. I tighten my grip on her hand, a silent promise tha