#Chapter 65: Preparing for Heartbreak

Celeste “A party?” I replied, allowing my voice to quiver slightly with feigned surprise. “I haven’t even heard about any party.” Jack fixed his eyes on me, those cold orbs searching for any signs of deceit. “Good,” he retorted after a beat, settling back into his chair. “Because you shouldn’t be going to parties anyway. Especially not this one. It’s out of bounds for you.” I rolled my eyes discreetly, turning my attention to the floor. There was no need to give Jack the satisfaction of getting under my skin. “And now that you do know about it,” he continued, the sternness in his voice making me stiffen, “if I so much as see a glimpse of you there, I’m taking you straight home.” I raised my brows in mock surprise, forcing a chuckle. “Jack, why would I want to go to a party? I have tons of homework to do. Seriously, I'm drowning in assignments. Besides,” I added, hoping to further throw him off, “I never enjoyed parties much anyway.” For a moment, Jack seeme