CHAPTER 21
FIREFIGHTERS’ DRINKS
Matthew walked inside the club, with its dark and misty ambience. The lounge area was busy with couples kissing, holding hands, or talking into each other’s ears while the beat of the music resounded loudly. The couches were close to the dance floor, with lights hanging down. A band of five performers were setting up equipment to play music. Strange smells and scents filled the air, with huddles of people dancing and singing along to the music.
It was a Wednesday night and Johnny shoved him on the shoulder. A few other firefighters walked alongside them as they headed to an empty table. Johnny ordered the first round of drinks and snacks then set them on the table. “Anyway, the next round’s on you, Mattie boy.”
Matthew nodded. “Happy to, but I thought I
