A Night to Forget

[Jared Vanders]

Jared worked his way out with the group, self-preservation taking more precedence than getting the man who had done this. Jay clung to Natalie, and Jared's wallet buzzed. Jared ignored it for now.

Jared no longer felt the power emanating from Jay. Likely the stress had kept him from holding it. But Natalie was rescued. The three of them and the stranger were out of the building and back in the dive bar.

Jay made sure Natalie was okay and then went to pour them a shot. The bar itself was empty of patrons besides themselves, and that could be a good thing.

Jared quickly checked his wallet.

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<dt>Incoming Message from Emily Shale</dt>
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"Heya - there's going to be a fundraiser ball this weekend. It benefits Africa, so it wouldn't surprise me if you're already there, but I would like you to accompany me.

Jared smiled and responded.

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<dt>Outgoing Message to Emily Shale</dt>
<dd> </dd>
</dl>
"It would be my honor, Ms. Shale.

He quickly turned to Natalie. "Are you alright? Do you need and will you accept healing?"