Honey had been out of town for work longer than she’d expected, but coming back to her hometown felt different this time. A soft tan lingered on her skin, a reminder of where she’d been, but her focus was firmly on where she was now, and who. She had been keeping up with Noel through his social media, watching from a distance until tonight finally gave her a reason to close that gap. After a little persistence, she managed to message someone on his team, casually getting the details for the after party once the concert wrapped. The concert itself had been everything she hoped for loud, electric, and full of energy, as she danced and laughed with a couple of her girlfriends, letting herself enjoy the moment. Eventually, she let them head home, her night far from over. Honey made her way to the after party right on time, stepping into the space with quiet confidence. A few familiar faces from Noel’s team were already there, scattered around as they waited for him and his inner circle to arrive. Honey lingered nearby, anticipation settling in as she prepared for what came next.