Chapter 238

"I won't be able to sing the next song, Phoebe. A friend is waiting for me," Jack said. Phoebe blinked in surprise. She had gotten used to Jack staying behind after every broadcast and always leaving only after she did. Now that he was suddenly cutting the night short, something felt out of place. But she quickly regained her composure and tilted her head slightly with a playful smile. "Are you going on a date?" Jack gave a small smile—neither confirming nor denying it. But his lack of response was answer enough. For a fleeting moment, something unreadable flashed across Phoebe's eyes. Then, with a gentle smile, she simply said, "Alright then. I won't hold you back. Have fun." She waved him off, turning her back to start preparing for the solo performance. But once Jack's footsteps faded into the distance, she didn't start singing. Instead, she stood there, staring out the window. From where she stood, she could see Jack walking away, meeting Bella just outside the buil