Riley’s pov As the music blared through the room, I suddenly saw Claire step up to the DJ, motioning for him to stop. The music faded, and everyone turned their attention to her, their chatter dying down. With a glint in her eye and a knowing smile, she raised her voice. "Alright, everyone! Time for the real party to start," she announced, her gaze sweeping across the crowd. "VIP guests, let's move it over to the VIP section. That's where the games are going down tonight." Claire's eyes drifted in my direction, and I froze, feeling Emma squeeze my hand beside me. "Riley, Emma," Claire called, her voice sharp, but there was a smile on her face. "You're invited too." With a flick of her wrist, she turned away, her gaze landing on the Lockwood brothers as she practically floated toward the

