Chapter sixteen Gwen I should have known better than accept Ryder's offer. But I didn't know Hattie would also be at the party. I'm a fool for not thinking to that extent. Hattie has been in love with Ryder since we were both in high school. Did I really imagine she wouldn't be in this type of gathering? I look at her again before running out the hall. While rushing out, I hear Ryder call out to me. And I know he made to follow me. Maybe something or someone stops him. But I soon hear his steps towards me. I run into the suite, faster than my legs could carry. I just want to be alone. I never sign for this. I never wanted all this to begin with. Why do I have to hate my life for something I don't even want? I walk to his door and decide against it. I want to stay somewhere far fr

