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I shake it and watch the “snow”—mini book pages—fall over us.
Smiling, I look up at her, unsure of how to tell her that this is honestly the most creative gift someone has ever given me.
It’s also the best…
“Thank you, Genevieve.”
“You’re welcome.” She nods. “Are you staying on campus for the break?”
“Probably not,” I say. “I need a break from this place like everyone else.”
“Where are you going?”
“Maybe Manhattan or a New York resort,” I say. “I haven’t put much thought into it yet.”
“Well, don’t go out to any bars past ten o’clock.”
“Why not?”
“Because I don’t want you to meet anyone else.”
“I see.” I hold back a laugh. “Are you the jealous type?”
“Yes.”
I smile. “Noted.”
“You still have to call me every night.” She begins to pace my floor. “There are two books we need to buddy read over this break, and even though we won’t be having sex—”
“Genevieve?” I interrupt her.
“Yes?”
“Stop talking and lock the door…”
9A
GENEVIEVE
The bars on my gilded prison are gleaming brighter than ever. Every inch of my parents’ Hampton Estate has been decorated and coiffed by the country’s top interior designers.
Glittering Christmas trees line the hallways, and their handcrafted ornaments match the freshly cut garland that twists along the grand marble staircase.
The annual “Edwards Holiday Weekend” is the Who’s Who event for the elites on the East Coast.
It’s also the most dreaded set of dates on my calendar, and I should’vebeggedLiam to help me draft an excuse to stay on campus.
“Dinner starts at six o’clock sharp, Genevieve.” My mother steps into my bedroom.
“I’m aware.”
“Can’t be.” She crosses her arms. “That’s in two hours, and you’re sitting at your desk instead of getting ready.”
I blow out a breath and shut my notebook. “My apologies, mother. I’ll start.”
“Isadora is here to help you.” Her long-time stylist steps inside, holding up a lavender dress. “I’m thinking Chanel and Louboutin heels?”
“Sounds lovely.” I smile like I have a choice in the matter.
