ELOISE Adam sat very close to me while Blaire and Chase were talking. “Why didn’t you say you were still coming here? You didn't wear the dress I sent you,” he hissed. “I thought you’d want me here, and I prefer what I'm wearing, thank you,” I said in a whisper. He stayed silent all week, not even bothering to reply to my text. He let out a heavy sigh and loosened his tie a bit, although he scanned me from head to toe again. “Well, you look ravishing, and of course I want you here. I invited you, but you came with Chase. Why is that?” “Should I have that checked with you first?” His brows furrowed. “Stop firing questions at me.” “I’m answering you.” “Are you angry at me?” I hesitated; a beat passed. “No.” “Of course you are.” “Wait, I need your permission for that, too?” A musc

