Tessa’s POV
I leaned against one of the tables at the corner of the room with champagne in one hand and a cookie in the other.
My heart was a wild stallion galloping in my chest, a result of Fred’s death-defying activity. ‘Who in their right mind enjoys a thrill like that?’
If only Tara hadn’t come to my room and told me I needed to stay at this party, I would still be there trying to calm down and relax. But no, so here I was, enduring this boring party where I could understand nothing!
Taking a sip of the champagne, I instantly felt a burning sensation crawling in my throat, instantly regretting trying an alcoholic drink.
As if my body had been burnt by it, I immediately placed it back on one of the nearby tables and munched on the desserts.
I was on my third cookie when my heartbe
