Essel’s Pov
In three weeks, it will be December twenty-second. However, we still exchanged puzzled glances. "The twenty-second marks our school's annual Christmas ball. While I am unaware of the theme at this moment, I anticipate it will be announced next week. One thing I can confirm is that Michael has never attended."
"How am I supposed to win?" I inquired, trying to comprehend his explanation.
"If Michael attends the dance for the first time and is not merely there to pursue girls, it indicates a significant change in him, and you will have succeeded," Gavin replied. "Moreover, if he arrives dressed in Christmas colors, I will treat you to ice cream every day for two weeks."
"Hmm..." I pondered this for a moment. I cast another quick glance at Michael. He appeared so discontented a
