"You look amazing, Itzy," Ajax complimented her as they met at the entrance. There was a genuine smile on his face.
Itzy blushed and thanked him, feeling grateful to have such a supportive friend. As they entered the grand ball together, she could sense the eyes of their schoolmates on them, but she refused to let it bother her. With Ajax by her side and Jace watching her from a distance, she knew she had nothing to fear.
Loxley, Jaxie, and Ileen stood in a huddle near the entrance of the grand ball, observing Ajax and Itzy as they made their entrance. A mixture of envy and anger bubbled within them as they watched the couple, their expressions twisting into scowls.
Loxley clenched her fists in frustration. "I can't believe Itzy is going to the ball with Ajax. She doesn't deserve him. She's just a nobody."