︵‿︵‿୨♡ Ｗｈｉｓｐｅｒｓ ｏｆ ｔｈｅ ｈｅａｒｔ ~ ♡୧‿︵‿Paigebueckers

Part 9

A Night of Revelations

As the week progressed, the excitement surrounding Paige and Jasmine's new relationship continued to build. One evening, as they were studying together in Paige's dorm room, her phone buzzed with a text from her teammates.

Team Group Chat:
Hey everyone! We're throwing a party at my place this Saturday night. Drinks, music, and good vibes! Hope to see you all there!

Paige's heart raced at the thought of the party. She loved spending time with her teammates, and the idea of bringing Jasmine along excited her even more.

"Are you thinking what I'm thinking?" Paige asked, glancing up at Jasmine, who was busy scribbling notes.

"About the party?" Jasmine replied, looking intrigued. "Yeah, I think it could be fun! Are you planning to go?"

"Definitely! I want to bring you along if you're up for it," Paige said, biting her lip. "I'd love for you to meet everyone and just... have a good time together."

Jasmine smiled, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "I'd love that! Just tell me when and where."

The night of the party arrived, and the atmosphere buzzed with energy as Paige and Jasmine made their way to her teammate's house. The music pulsed from inside, and laughter spilled out into the cool night air. Paige felt a mix of anticipation and nervousness, wanting to introduce Jasmine to her friends while also hoping the night would strengthen their bond.

Once inside, the party was in full swing. Paige grabbed a couple of drinks for them, and they mingled, dancing to the rhythm of the music and chatting with other teammates. The warmth of the room and the laughter around them set a vibrant tone for the night.

As the evening progressed, Paige felt herself getting tipsy. The drinks flowed easily, and she found herself laughing more, her inhibitions slipping away. Jasmine was by her side, matching her energy, and Paige couldn't help but steal glances at her. She felt a warmth in her chest, a sense of belonging that made her heart flutter.

But then, as Paige wandered into the living room to grab another drink, her heart sank. Standing near the entrance was her ex, Sarah, with her long hair cascading over her shoulders and an easy smile on her face. The sight of her sent a wave of memories crashing over Paige—some sweet, some painful.

She tried to slip away unnoticed, but Sarah spotted her, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Paige! Fancy seeing you here," she called, her voice dripping with familiarity.

Paige felt a surge of anxiety, her heart racing as she attempted to navigate around her ex. "Hey, Sarah. Just here to hang out," she said, trying to keep her tone casual.

"Why don't you come say hi? We had some good times together, didn't we?" Sarah stepped closer, her gaze lingering on Paige, drawing her in with an undeniable allure.

Paige's heart raced, and she took a step back, ready to walk away. She knew she shouldn't engage, especially with Jasmine right behind her. "I really have to—"

But before she could finish, Sarah reached out, grasping Paige's arm. "Come on, don't be like that. Let's just catch up for a minute," she insisted, her voice smooth and persuasive.

Just then, Paige felt a presence behind her. She turned to see Jasmine approaching, her expression shifting from curiosity to something darker as she took in the scene unfolding before her.

"Paige?" Jasmine's voice was steady but edged with concern. "What's going on?"

Paige felt a rush of embarrassment as she looked between Sarah and Jasmine. "I was just—"