The two of them just stayed there in the lounge, nestled together, exchanging tender kisses, entangled in each other's embrace. Neither spoke more nor did anything more—some emotions need to be expressed through such close physical contact, while others require nothing more than a kiss or a hug.
It wasn't until the concert ended and a crowd returned to the backstage that the door to the lounge was knocked. Only then did the two, still cuddling on the sofa, realize how quickly time had passed. Marilyn appeared at the door holding Josie and smiled at them, saying, "Come on, time to celebrate!"
Clarisse felt a little embarrassed. Jonathan emerged from behind her and reached out to take Josie, then wrapped his arm around her as they followed the crowd to the after-party.
