CHAPTER 57: WEIRD QUESTION

This night was supposed to bring joy and excitement, but instead, I felt emotionally drained. After a day of school, it was time for the Halloween party.

Earlier, we had prepared the house for the party by securing it. I had purchased a locked container a few months ago to store my belongings under my bed. Although our rooms were off-limits, people still managed to sneak in.

I hung my costume on the closet door, but I no longer felt excited about wearing it.

"Knock, knock." Abby appeared in the doorway; I had asked her to come over early so we could get ready together. "You're not still upset about Dane, are you?" she asked.

"No, I'm not upset. Just a little irritated," I replied, and she smiled, bringing two cups of orange Jell-o shots.

"Here, drink this with me," Abby said, and we both took a shot. "We're going to have so much fun tonight," she said, shaking my shoulders, making me laugh.

"Yeah, you're right." I said.

I was determined to leave Dane behind and not let him ruin