Now youre having a party, Matt said. Then he fixed on me. And Ravenyou dont invite your best friend?
Trevor stood behind Matt, arms folded, smiling gleefully.
Whats he doing here? I charged. I thought you werent his shadow anymore.
Hes the one who told me, Matt said. Seems Trevor is a good friend after all.
The soccer snobs surrounded Alexander. I rushed in, but Alexander held me at bay.
I dont think you know who you are dealing with here, I said to the gang of athletes.
Alexander appeared concerned for Matts situation, but he wasnt worried about the threat from the others. He was confident in his own power, and I knew he wouldnt use it unless it was to defend me.
Is Becky with Sebastian? Alexander asked.
Noshes with me, Matt said.
Then isnt that your answer? Alexander assured Matt. After all the texts, the flowers, and the visits, shes still with you.
Matts anger changed to relief. He even broke a smile.
Sebastian suddenly appeared beside us. Whats going on?
When he saw Matt, he knew he must have found out about his feelings for Becky.
Im the one you have a beef with, Sebastian said. This isnt about Alexander.
I know that now, Matt said.
Lets talk calmly, Sebastian urged.
I know how you feel about Beckybut Im the one who loves her, Matt suddenly proclaimed.
Becky hopped out of the truck. She raced to Matt and clutched him around the waist. Hed declared his love for her in front of everyone. She gazed up at me with an almost thankful smile.
I was surprised by Matts sudden passion and proud that he was standing up for Becky. However, I didnt want this conflict to continue.
And just so you know, Sebastian defended, Alexander ordered me to leave the Mansion.
He did? Matt asked.
But I was the one who wanted to stay in town. Raven and Alexander went out of their way to arrange a party for meto find my own Becky. So they really are better friends to you than you might think.
Matt was speechless.
Yeahso you might have Becky, Sebastian began, but I have Raven and Alexander.
Matt was stunned. I feel awful, he said.
I do, too, Becky added.
Matt glared at Trevor. You started this, didnt you? Just like always.
But Trevors attention was on a few cars that had pulled up to the Mansions gate.
Within a few minutes, vehicles began to line the street.
Students came up the driveway and the lawn, decked out in their Saturday-night best and carrying bags of beverages.