The problem with the Winter Formal wasn't the dance itself.
It was the expectation.
Because somehow—
less than ten minutes after the announcement—
the entire school had already decided Noah Carter will take Lily Morgan.
And apparently nobody had consulted either of them.
Which felt rude.
Very rude.
Lily spent the rest of the morning avoiding eye contact with everyone but her strategy failed immediately.
Because every time she turned a corner—
someone smiled.
Knowingly.
Suspiciously.
Like they were watching a romance movie in real time.
"This is harassment," Lily informed Emily.
Emily looked delighted.
"I guess it is entertainment."
"It is not."
"It absolutely is."
Lily sighed.
Unfortunately—
the universe still hated her.
Because during lunch—
she walked into the cafe
