The club was alive with flashing lights, loud music, and the heavy scent of alcohol filling the air.

Ryan sat in the VIP section with Ethan, his eyes dark and brooding as he stared at the drink in front of him.

He lifted it and took a long gulp, letting the burning liquid slide down his throat.

Ethan watched him closely, his own drink barely touched.

“Ryan, man, are you seriously planning to drink yourself into oblivion tonight?” he asked, raising an eyebrow.

Ryan exhaled sharply and set ...