FRIENDS AND ENEMIES LURK AT NIGHT

The night was lively at Maiden Hall for all, except a few people.

Arguments and misunderstandings. Tough love and over-commitment.

Disobedience and longing to see a loved one.

Scarlett sat at her table, half bored, half sleepy.

She tried to maintain her composure despite the boredom she felt.

In her boredom, she looked around just to see who and who was present.

She then realized, she was the only one present in the hall, without a partner.

Scarlett inwardly laughed at herself.

If it was the Scarlett from a few years ago, she would have gone above and beyond to bring along a partner with her.

But now? She couldn’t care less.

‘beep beep beep’ her phone flashed, interrupting her train of thoughts.

It was from Antonio. He had sent her a message.

Scarlett reluctantly read the message.

Her eyes widened like a kid who had woken up to a room full of sundaes and wafers.

Scarlett hurried from her seat into the ladies bathroom.