Scene 1: The Release Day
The studio feels unusually quiet as Amara and Elliot sit side by side, staring at the countdown timer on their album's release dashboard. The seconds tick down, and Amara's hands fidget in her lap.
"Shouldn't we be doing something?" she asks nervously.
Elliot chuckles. "Like what? Hold a séance for good reviews?"
When the album goes live, they immediately check social media and music blogs. The first tweet reads: "Amara and Elliot's album is a masterpiece of emotion and innovation. 10/10!"
Amara gasps, and Elliot leans over, grinning. "Told you we had something special."
The duo stays up all night reading glowing reviews, celebrating every new milestone as the album climbs the charts.
Scene 2: The Surprise Party
Mina's surprise party is a mix of celebration and nostalgia. Elliot watches Amara laugh with her friends, her face radiant under the string lights. He's reminded of the hesitant woman he met at the bookstore and marvels at how far she's come.
At one point, Mina pulls him aside. "You know she's in love with you, right?"
Elliot chuckles, though his voice carries a hint of emotion. "Yeah. And I don't think she knows just how much I love her back."
That night, on the balcony, Elliot confesses something he's been holding back. "This album isn't just a comeback for me—it's a beginning. And you're the reason for that."
Amara blushes, her eyes meeting his as the city sparkles behind them.