A PLACE CALLED HOME

SEEKING ATTENTION

The Luxe League that the name of Tessa's school just like the name implies it's an elite high school where style meets substance. This exclusive institution is known for nurturing driven students who excel in academics, arts, and leadership while embracing a culture of sophistication and ambition. With top-notch facilities and a rigorous curriculum, Luxe League preps its students to take over the world

As she enter the gates of the school, the morning sun glancing off her sleek blazer. She spotted Zara lounging against a pillar, earbuds in, scrolling through her phone.

"Hey, Z!" Tessa called out, a small smile creeping onto her face.

Zara looked up, grinning. Morning Tess You got the latest on Amara's party this weekend?"

Tessa leaned in, voice dropping to a whisper. "Apparently, she's inviting the whole school. Like, even the freshmen."

Zara's eyes widened. "Bet Luxe kids'll be there. You gonna go?"

Tessa shrugged, playing it nonchalant. "Dunno. Might."

As she thought about the party, a spark lit in her mind skip the first three periods, Do something bold. Get her parents' attention. Her grin turned mischievous.

Zara raised an eyebrow. "Tessa, you got that look."

"What look?" Tessa played dumb.

"The 'I wanna cause chaos' look." Zara laughed. "Don't do anything crazy, okay?"

Tessa winked. "Who, me?

The bell cut in. Zara nodded. "Hit the books, Tess."

Tessa nodded, but her mind was already skipping ahead.Three periods. Downtown mall.

After spending the first three period the downtown mall Tessa sauntered back into the school hallway, Zara's eyes narrowing as she caught up.

"Where were you?" Zara asked, like she already knew.

Tessa shrugged. "Took a little break."

Zara raised an eyebrow. "Skipped three periods, huh?"

Tessa grinned, guilt-free. "Maybe."

Zara laughed. "You crazy. But I know you, Tess. That's not enough for you."

Tessa's mind was already racing. Not enough She needed something bigger to get her parents' attention. As they walked to class, her eyes landed on Amara. FIGHT

Zara read her like a book. "Tessa, don't."

Tessa shrugged her off. "Just thinking."

At lunch, she found Amara in the canteen. "Hey, wanna talk about the party."

Amara smirked. "What about it?"