After a few seconds of silence, the audience erupted into a tempest of applause and heartfelt cheers, expressing their overwhelming appreciation.
The host stepped onto the stage once more, clapping her hands with delight. A warm smile graced her face as she addressed the crowd, “That was truly astounding. The music was exceptional, and both ladies showcased their remarkable talent. May I have the pleasure of knowing your names?”
Before I could respond, Riley eagerly exclaimed, “My name is Riley!”
Damn it!
A surge of alarm coursed through me, widening my eyes once more.
A N G E L A ‘s L I B R A R Y
If things continued in this manner, our chances of peacefully making it through to tomorrow seemed slim.
However, to my relief, the host remained oblivious to Riley’s true identity, playfully remarking, “Well, it appears that this young Lady is quite fortunate. She has the same name as our mayor’s wife!”
“Mayor’s wife? Mayor’s wife..”
Riley’s expression turned vacant, and in an instant, a recollection seemed to flood her thoughts. Abruptly, she stood up, a sense of urgency in her actions.
However, her sudden movement caused her to lose her balance, and she teetered precariously on the edge of the stage, nearly stumbling and falling.
“Watch out!”
Not only was I taken aback, but the entire audience was also stunned by the sudden turn of events.
Thankfully, Riley managed to regain her composure just in time, steadying herself and rising once more. However, her wig slipped and fell accidentally.
The host’s astonishment was evident as she furrowed her brow, scrutinizing Riley intently. Slowly but surely, a collective realization dawned upon the audience, sensing that something was amiss.
“Isn’t she…”
“Runt”
Before anyone could fully react to the revelation, I swiftly pulled
Riley down from the stage, seizing the opportunity to escape with haste.
We dashed through the crowd, maneuvering our way towards the exit of the bar, determined to put distance between ourselves and the unfolding situation.
Once we had successfully fled from the bar, a wave of relief washed over me, and my previously taut nerves began to unwind. I took a deep breath, savoring the newfound sense of calm.
Contrary to the gravity of the situation, Riley continued to wear a joyful smile, resembling that of a carefree child. It seemed as though she perceived the events as nothing more than an intriguing adventure.
I had never witnessed Riley Laughing with such unadulterated happiness before.
Gently tucking Riley’s disheveled hair behind her ear, I posed a question. “Is it truly that amusing to you?”
“Yes! I had so much fun! It was so exciting!” Riley nodded enthusiastically. “I feel Liberated! Free from all constraints!”
I was taken aback by her response and inquired, “Do you still desire to uncover the identity of Adam’s new mistress?”
