Chapter 193: A Day Off
It was well past midnight, but the party wasn't slowing down.
The music had dropped to a more relaxed beat.
Some of the older staff had gone home, but most of the players were still there, laughing, dancing, and soaking up every second of the night.
Niels sat at a small table near the back of the hall with a glass of water in front of him.
He was still in his black suit. His tie was loose, and the top button of his shirt was undone.
He looked tired, but happy.
Emma sat down across from him with a small smile. Her heels were off, and she was holding them in one hand.
"Need me to carry you out of here?"
"I might take you up on that," Niels chuckled. "You holding up?"
Emma laughed. "I'm holding on. Just." She looked around the room. "But seeing everyone happy makes it worth it."
Niels nodded. "They worked hard for this."
They sat quietly for a moment, watching the players having fun.
"I'm proud of them," Emma said softly. "And proud of you."
