Julissa was already drunk, her mind foggy, but she couldn't shake the feeling that Ariana and Cael were up to something sneaky. Are they planning something against Anna? She knocked on her hazy head, trying to stay clear-headed. She stood up, intending to head over to Annabelle. Even if she didn’t know what she could do, at least being by Anna’s side would be better than nothing. But as soon as she got up, the world spun, and her legs felt like they were stepping on cotton. She couldn’t even stand properly. Scott caught her. "Where are you going?" Julissa raised her hand and pointed in Annabelle’s direction. Scott followed her finger, which was aimed toward the banquet hall's exit. Thinking she wanted to leave, he simply said, "Alright," and scooped her up in his arms, carrying her

