A Dash of Vanity

After a pause, the class president sent a private message.

Hazel picked up her phone and read the message.

"Hazel, could you find some time to join us? The whole class has signed up. We're just one person short. Since I'm personally inviting you, please don't turn it down."

After reading the message, Hazel hesitated before responding. "Alright, I'll make time to be there."

The gathering was set fo