Divorced But Not Defeated The Military Queen’s Rise Again novel Chapter 231

Chapter 231 Sudden Blackout

Chapter 231 Sudden Blackout

“What happened? Why did the power cut?” someone shouted.

A clamor swept the theater, and every dancer onstage froze in place.

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The emergency generators kicked in with a low rumble, and a staff member’s voice echoed through the loudspeakers. “We’re terribly sorry, but because of a technical malfunction, we’re unable to continue tonight’s performance.”

“How can you just cancel? We came here especially to see this!” someone shouted.

“Exactly! Didn’t you do a proper equipment check beforehand?” another voice chorused.

Grumbles rose on every side, but the next announcement wiped them out in an instant.

“To compensate,” the staffer continued, “we’ll refund you triple the price of your ticket. In addition, for any future showing of this production at the Jexburgh Grand Theater, simply present tonight’s ticket and you may attend free of charge–your seats will be automatically upgraded as well.”

The moment the words left the speakers, smiles broke out everywhere; a triple refund plus a free upgraded show–who could stay angry?

Under the ushers‘ guidance, the crowd filed toward the exits in tidy rows.

Laura muttered, “What lousy luck. A breakdown on the very night I finally get to admire those gorgeous dancers up close. I was hoping they’d pick me as tonight’s lucky audience member.”

“Next time, then,” Quinn said with a light laugh.

“Next time it is.” Laura sighed. As they chatted their way to the doors, she added, “It’s only a little after nine. Julius probably isn’t here yet. Why don’t you call him? I can drive you home.”

Quinn was about to agree when she spotted a familiar Maybach parked a short distance away. A tall figure stepped out and began walking toward her.

How did he get here so early?”

Quinn blinked, surprised.

Then she noticed a man climbing from the sedan idling behind Julius‘ car, Sterling.

Is this a coincidence or…

The thought made her glance at Laura.

Laura looked equally stunned, watching Julius and Sterling stride over while women spilling from the theater stared after the two men

With their striking looks–Julius‘ aloofness and Sterling’s elegance–they easily outshone everyone around

them.

Had Julius not radiated that frosty aura, half those women would already be begging for his number.

“Since Julius is here for you, Quinn… I’ll just get going,” Laura whispered, eager to slip away.

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Quinn knew her friend had a history with Sterling. Laura had adored himi once; after a year of dating. she’d suddenly announced the breakup.

Before Laura could leave, Sterling’s cool voice rang out, laced with displeasure. “What’s this? You see me and immediately run?”

Laura gave a dry laugh, squared her shoulders, and replied, “Mr. Whitethorn is here for Quinn. If I stay, I’m just a third wheel, aren’t I?”

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