Chapter 133: [The Hangover] Release (2)
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The screen faded to black, signaling the end of the film.
For a few seconds, the room was still, except for the hush of AC, and a few empty popcorn bags crinkled faintly.
A few scattered laughs echoed as people leaned toward each other, whispering favorite moments.
Then, without warning, the screen lit up again.
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On the screen the wedding reception day was playing out.
Doug stood at the edge of the reception hall beside Tracy, his arm around her waist.
Both of them were glowing - her in a sleek white gown, him in a fresh tux, finally home, finally safe.
Across the room, the doors swung open.
Phil, Stu, and Alan walked in - looking like they had survived a storm. Their jackets were wrinkled, their ties loosened, their eyes slightly glazed. But they were grinning.
Doug's face lit up. "You guys made it."