Chapter 127: You Can't Win

It was Friday, inside the Ensford High School auditorium, the venue brimming with anticipation and an eclectic crowd. Many had come enticed by the viral news of Tina's bold challenge against the renowned "Perfume Prince" on the day Sean had visited to speak. The atmosphere was charged, spectators gathered to witness this fragrant duel unfold. As Tina approached the entrance, a face plastered with schadenfreude greeted her abruptly. "Miss Reed," the voice called out with a tone heavy with mockery. "And you are?" Tina furrowed her brows slightly, initially unable to place the heavily made-up woman before her. "We met at Jared's house," Linnet Sinclair said with a forced smile. Recollection dawned on Tina, dismissing her as inconsequential and she continued towards the hall. Linnet's features momentarily twisted in distaste but quickly reverted to a mocking pride. "Miss Reed, have you seen Marie? She invited me here today," Linnet dabbed her lips theatrically, feigning concern, "Just