The party

★★★★

As evening fell, Jasmine and Ceece made their entrance at the grand anniversary party of Colley Theatre. The opulence of the event was evident in the glistening décor and the air of sophistication that enveloped the venue. Jasmine’s gaze immediately fell upon Cindy, who was the centre of attention, laughing and engaging animatedly with her circle of friends. Flashbulbs from the media cameras popped sporadically, capturing the scene.

Ceece leaned closer to Jasmine, her voice a soft murmur meant for Jasmine’s ears alone. "Wow, what a transformation. I would have expected the ‘princess’ to cause a scene after the breakup."

Jasmine observed Cindy with a critical eye, her expression thoughtful. "It is surprising," she admitted, her voice laced with equal parts intrigue and caution. "But we shouldn’t provoke her. This might be just an elaborate façade to deceive us into underestimating her."

As she spoke, Jasmine’s eyes scanned the room, searching for Damon among the guests. Her heart