He wound his arms around mine. “Is this inappropriate touching?” he asked with a chuckle.
I slapped the back of his head. “Stop that.”
He laughed, grabbing his backpack. “Let’s skip Financial Management. I’m guessing there’s a good story behind everything that’s happening.”
“I’ll tell you at lunchtime.”
“No way!”
“Fine, I’ll tell you on the way to the library.”
“Good girl.”
I sighed internally, hoping retelling the story of that night would give me a clue to what was happening between Noah and me.
8
Camilla
I stood between Wyatt and Julie, staring at the wild party happening in the backyard of the Elite House. The music was loud, the bass so strong I felt my whole body thudding with the beats.
“How do they get away with this?” Julie shouted in my ear. It was the only way for her to be heard over the music.
I shook my head dumbly, wondering where to look. People were making out in every corner. Small campfires burned around the vast yard, keeping the party going even though it was freezing.
“Thanks for bringing me too,” said Julie, grinning excitedly. “So glad I decided to keep this dress. It’s perfect for a party like this!”
She was Wyatt’s high school sweetheart. I met her through him when we became friends during freshman year. Over the past four years, the three of us had grown closer.
I glanced down at the cherry-red short bodycon dress she wore. The dress molded to her every curve, stopping only a few inches below her ass. Thin straps went around her shapely shoulders, giving a good view of her ample cleavage.
“You look hot,” I shouted in her ears.
Julie grinned while Wyatt stomped over to her and forced her coat around her.
“Don’t be crazy!” he shouted. “It’s freezing.”
“I’m fine,” Julie shouted back. “This is the only chance I’ll get to show off this dress. Don’t ruin the moment.”
“You know how easily you catch a cold,” said Wyatt. “You hate being sick. Showing off that scrap of a dress isn’t worth it.”
The two were soon engaged in a couple’s fight.
I could tell Wyatt was worried about more things than his girlfriend getting cold. A couple of guys were already eyeing her hungrily.
Taking my phone out, I sent a quick text to both Julie and Wyatt.
I’m going to find Noah and his brothers. Will leave right after that. Enjoy yourselves??– Milla
Taking a deep breath, I walked ahead, taking in the groups of people dancing wildly to the music. Everyone looked like they were having the time of their lives, whether they were dancing, making out, smoking, or simply drinking.
I’d been to freshman parties but never on a scale like this. The drugs, alcohol, and loud music were enough to get any frat house on campus in trouble.
This blatant display of power over the university administration was both awesome and a little terrifying. These Elites would graduate and enter the world, same as me and my friends, but they’d be the ones who’ll control everything around us.
The Elites only allowed males in their circle. They were sons of politicians, businessmen, and gigantic tycoons, all being groomed to take over the world from their parents.
In the distance, I caught sight of Corey and Caleb. They stood taller than the group of young women surrounding them. Identical grins lit up both their faces as they expertly kept their admiring crowd hooked to their charisma.