As the night wound down, I took a moment to step outside, needing a breath of fresh air. The cool night air was a welcome respite from the bustling energy inside the restaurant. I leaned against the wall, letting the events of the evening replay in my mind. It had been a spectacular night, filled with laughter, music, and a sense of community that warmed my heart.
Yura joined me, wrapping her arms around my waist and resting her head on my shoulder. "You did it," she said softly. "The gala was a huge success."
I smiled, feeling the warmth of her presence. "We did it. I couldn't have done it without you."
We stood there for a moment, enjoying the quiet of the night. Then, Yura's phone buzzed with a notification. She glanced at it and her eyes widened. "Jiyeon, we raised an incredible amount tonight. Over fifty thousand dollars."
"Really?" I felt a surge of pride and relief. "That's amazing. All that hard work paid off."
