I am the Entertainment Tycoon

Chapter 752: Last Meal Before the Concert

 Nôv(el)B\\jnn

In the quiet confines of the dressing room, the hum of the outside world seemed far away, dulled by the heavy walls that separated Theo and Aurora from the crowd. They had just stepped out of the shower, the lingering warmth of the steam still clinging to their skin. Towels wrapped around their shoulders, they sat at a small, round table in the center of the room, their masks discarded for now. It was a rare moment when they could let their guards down, with no need to be Moonlight or Tsukuyomi-just Theo and Aurora.

The dressing room had a soft glow from the overhead lights, casting warm hues over the polished wooden floors and white walls. A large vanity with a mirror covered the left side of the room, cluttered with makeup brushes, hair products, and an array of stage costumes hanging neatly beside it. A soft leather couch hugged one corner, and in front of them on the table was a modest spread of food-just a light meal to keep them going before the concert. Ayia sat with them, her eyes twinkling with warmth as she helped arrange plates. She was a comforting presence, always there, calm and unhurried. She had been part of this secret world for as long as they could remember, knowing every facet of Theo and Aurora's dual lives. Tonight, though, the stakes were higher than ever before. Moonlight's first live concert. Tsukuyomi's first public performance. The pressure was immense, but in this fleeting moment, it hadn't caught up to them just yet.

Aurora lifted a piece of sushi with her chopsticks, glancing between Theo and Ayia. Her hair was still damp, clinging slightly to her face, but she didn't seem to mind. She exhaled softly, her delicate features momentarily relaxed.

"Remember when we used to dream about performing live like this?" Aurora asked, her voice soft, almost as if she didn't want to disturb the tranquility of the room. "And now it's happening."

Theo smiled as he chewed on a small piece of bread. His eyes were gentle, a stark contrast to the intensity they held when he was on stage. Without the mask, he felt more like himself, more at ease. "Yeah," he replied, leaning back in his chair. "It feels surreal. I still can't believe we're here."

Ayia, who had been quietly listening, leaned forward with a playful smirk. "Of course it's real! You've worked your whole life for this. Both of you."

"Maybe," Aurora said with a slight chuckle. "But standing in front of that many people, it's still a bit terrifying. What if I trip on stage?"

Theo reached across the table, giving her hand a reassuring squeeze. "You won't. And even if you do, the crowd will love you for it. You know that, right?"

Aurora smiled at him, though there was a flicker of nerves in her eyes. "I guess."

Ayia smiled softly, her gaze sweeping between the siblings. "You'll be fine. Both of you. You're going to blow them away. They're not ready for what's coming."

There was a shared moment of silence between them as they continued their meal. Outside, the distant roar of the fans could occasionally be heard-a reminder of what was waiting for them beyond these walls. But inside this dressing room, it was peaceful. They could afford to be vulnerable, to feel the weight of everything without having to put on a brave face just yet.

Theo set his plate down, stretching his arms as he leaned back in his chair. "You know," he said thoughtfully, "no matter what happens tonight, we'll always have this moment. The calm before the storm."

Aurora gave him a side glance, her lips curving into a smile. "The last peaceful moment before we become Moonlight and Tsukuyomi for the rest of the night."

Theo chuckled at that. "Exactly."

Ayia, who had been picking at her food, looked up with a fond expression. "I'm proud of you both. Not just for tonight, but for everything you've accomplished to get here." She paused for a moment before continuing. "And no matter what happens, we'll face it together." The sincerity in her voice made Theo's chest tighten a little. Ayia had always been a pillar of support, both for him and Aurora. She had seen them through their highs and lows, through every stage of their journey. Her belief in them never wavered, and that gave them strength.

Aurora sighed contentedly, resting her head against the back of her chair. "I think I needed to hear that," she admitted quietly. "It's easy to get caught up in all the pressure and expectations, but being here with you two, like this... it makes everything feel a bit more manageable."

Theo nodded in agreement. "Yeah. It's like we're grounded. Just for a moment, we can breathe."

Ayia smiled again, standing up and gathering the empty plates from the table. "Well, if you're feeling calm, then I've done my job. Now, it's just a matter of getting through the final preparations."

As Ayia moved to clear the table, Theo and Aurora remained seated, exchanging quiet looks. There was a deep, unspoken understanding between them-siblings who had been through so much together, from their childhood to this moment. They didn't need to say much to know what the other was feeling. The excitement, the nerves, the anticipation-it was all shared between them.

"You know," Aurora said suddenly, her tone light but thoughtful, "when we were kids, I always thought the artists performing on the stages looked so cool, but I never thought one day I would be performing on stage for thousands of people."

Theo raised an eyebrow, a teasing smile tugging at his lips. "And yet, here we are, about to share the stage."

"Guess I couldn't let you have all the glory," she quipped with a grin.

Theo laughed softly, shaking his head. "Wouldn't have it any other way."

Ayia returned, now wiping her hands on a towel, her eyes flickering to the clock on the wall. "We should probably start getting ready. The concert's in an hour, and they'll be calling for

you soon."

Aurora took a deep breath, standing up from the table. "Right. Showtime."

Theo remained seated for a moment, watching his sister as she stretched and walked toward the vanity. She still had that relaxed look on her face, but he could sense the shift in her energy. The calm was fading, being replaced with the growing excitement and focus that always came before a performance.

Ayia glanced at Theo as she walked past him. "You okay?" she asked quietly.

He nodded, standing up and running a hand through his still-damp hair. "Yeah. Just... getting into the headspace."

Ayia smiled, patting his shoulder. "You'll be great. Both of you."

With that, Theo joined Aurora at the vanity, where their costumes were waiting. He reached for his mask, running his fingers over the smooth material. It was strange how something so simple could transform him into Moonlight, the persona the world adored but still didn't

fully know.

Aurora picked up her own mask, turning it over in her hands before catching Theo's gaze in the mirror. "Ready?"

Theo gave her a small nod, his expression soft but determined. "Let's give them a show they'll never forget."

Aurora grinned, slipping the mask over her face. "Tsukuyomi and Moonlight, together at

last."

As they began to suit up for the final act, the tranquility of the dressing room began to fade, replaced by the rising pulse of adrenaline that always came before stepping onto the stage. The calm was over, but they were ready. Ready to become the stars the world had been

waiting for.

The last preparations would begin soon. The concert of a lifetime was only an hour away.