Everyone’s attention swung to me. I froze for a second, then laughed to break the tension.

“Mary is drunk. What kind of game is kiss your partner? That’s absurd.”

Director Caius leaned back, smirking. “Well, I like it.”

I shot him a sharp side glance and whispered just loud enough for him to hear, “Look at who’s sitting beside me.”

He cleared his throat immediately. “On second thought, no—we’re not playing that game.”

I covered my mouth, stifling my laughter.

Jordan raised his glass. “How about a toast to Director Caius, for hosting this party?”

Everyone nodded, glasses rising in unison.

I kept mine close but untouched. I knew one...