Maddy stepped into the mall and let out a deep sigh, ready to shop for proper formal clothes. “Hey!” a voice called from behind her. Maddy turned around to see a lady standing there. She looked somewhat familiar. “Maddy, right?” the lady asked with a smile. “Yes, I’m Maddy,” she replied cautiously. “Do we know each other from somewhere?” The woman chuckled. “Yeah, from the club. We both wear masks, but I can still recognize you.” Maddy’s mind immediately went to her own situation.
Not every stripper stays with a mask, she thought. Only the ones Markez has tied down with threats which she wonders why. “I’m Rue,” the lady said warmly, extending her hand. “We work at the same club. We both wear masks, but I still recognized you. It’s nice to see you outside.” Maddy shook her hand, trying to
