Page 183 of Sweet Dominion

Soon, they were at our table, giving us our items.

I checked on Chen who was in deep conversation with Fen. I had no idea what he was saying to her, but she kept chuckling so it must have been decently humorous.

Granted, I was too high to truly assess anything.

Everything around me felt surreal, as if I were floating above my own body, watching myself move through space. My senses were overwhelmed, but not in a way that felt chaotic—more like a rush of vibrant colors and sounds, all blending together in a perfect harmony.

The world pulsed with energy.

The music felt like it was vibrating through my veins, syncing up with my heartbeat.

My skin tingled with warmth, as if the very air were embracing me.

Plus, I couldn’t stop smiling.

Every breath I took filled my lungs with an intoxicating sense of joy.

Fuck. I’m glad Jo told us only to do half a gummy. I can’t imagine more than this.

I made a mental note to ask Duck how much he gave Chen.

If more than a half, we’re taking him to the hospital this evening.

I looked further down the table.

Barbara Whiskers gazed around and lazily flicked her tail.

The staff began to place small plates in front of each of us, including Barbara Whiskers. That was when she perked up and got on her feet. Honestly, she looked as if she might judge this whole competition by herself.

Under the table, Moni rubbed my thigh.

I turned her way. “What are you doing, sexy?”

“Sexy?” She grinned. “That’s my new nickname?”

“One of many.”

She gestured at Barbara Whiskers. “She’s so cute. I think I’m going to get a cat for Lotus Blossom.”

I shook my head. “No. You need puppies. One for you and each of your sisters.”

Jo leaned forward and jumped into the conversation. “Fuck yeah. Pit bulls.”

“No.” Moni shook her head. “I was thinking cute little poodles.”

I frowned. “Poodles are shitty guard dogs.”

“I have tons of guards. I don’t need my pet to help.”

“I’m getting you huskies.”

Jo bobbed her head. “Huskies are dope.”

Moni rolled her eyes. “You two have no taste in dogs. Lotus Blossom should have cute little poodles running around with blue bows in their hair.”

“Alright! Alright!” DJ Hendrix put on some music. “Let’s check out the Gap Band’s ‘Outstanding’as we begin!”

The song came on and several people were dancing in their seats. Even Aunt Suzi and Chloe clapped their hands.

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