Following that day Holt had sent out a number of party invites via texts to all his fellow ghouls and guys. He was already feeling pretty pumped though he and Jackson agreed they at least needed more than two weeks to plan everything properly since someone didn't want to wait another month without partying... Jackson couldn't even believe he agreed to this. What if he went to hang out with Deuce instead? Since it didn't seem like Holt could invite Cleo because of him.
Jackson was at least grateful Deuce and Frankie stuck by him, but it was still incredibly awkward knowing Frankie and Holt were potentially dating. He wasn't jealous. Well not completely. But it was clear Frankie liked Holt so he didn't want to intervene. Jackson's thoughts were interrupted when suddenly loud rock music blasted in the next room.
"Holt, what're you doing?!" Jackson left the kitchen and stormed into the living room to see his monstrous alter ego 'jamming' along to whatever garbage he was spewing aloud. "Deciding on what music to play at the party man!" Holt said as he pretended to play an air guitar. "Does it have to be so loud? You have headphones you know." Jackson rolled his eyes, he wished he could just turn around and say 'No, you cannot throw a party anymore' but it was too late and he knew Holt would get annoyed and tried to rebel against him in some sort of way.
Jackson decided not to start an argument and he left the room, going back upstairs to his bedroom. Holt couldn't lie he felt a little guilty, but Jackson really needed to lighten up. He decided to wear his headphones again and listen to numerous songs and genres for the next whole hour. Before they knew it, it was getting late and Holt had just received replies from everyone, and they were all able to attend. The last person he didn't text... Was Cleo. Holt liked Cleo, though he certainly didn't get on with Deuce. Holt was aware that if he invited Cleo then there would be conflict between him and Deuce. Long story short, the two didn't get along and it became harder for Holt to see Cleo without his presence. He was never so protective of her before, sheesh.
The next day Holt and Frankie had a date scheduled at the Movies, and what did Jackson have planned? A day of studying, though he did text Deuce every now and then whilst skimming through notes. Holt had taken Frankie to see some soppy romantic movie she had wanted to see for a while, even though he personally wasn't into those kind of films. After an hour of studying Jackson began looking at party planning and ideas. He didn't consider what kind of food they would serve, though they would most likely order-in something like pizza. The date for the party had finally had been chosen, but not the exact time yet. He could discuss that later with Holt anyway. Another hour passed and planning a party was harder than Jackson thought. Holt knew a lot more about this than he did, though his alter ego wouldn't be back in another 3 hours. Jackson couldn't deny he felt slightly lonely without Holt in the house to annoy him, or just at least be there to keep him company. He shook his head and kept his attention on his work.
Jackson's phone began to vibrate against his jean pocket, he unlocked it with his password and answered, "Hey, Deuce." the normie said casually. "Hey Jackson. Do you have a minute?" came a voice on the other end, "Of course. What's wrong?" the two didn't speak for very long, though after a few minutes Deuce was growing concerned as he spoke. "You see, that's why I just don't trust the guy.." Deuce sighs down the line. Jackson was almost unsure on how to respond, "But, Holt's dating Frankie? Well not officially, but you know what I mean. Why would he make any moves on Cleo? He's fully aware that you're both together, and have been for.. Ages." he says, not even knowing how long exactly they had been together now.
"I know, but.. Look Jackie, I'm going to have to call you back." before Jackson could respond Deuce had already hung up. What was his problem? Holt was with Frankie, so he would have no business with Cleo at all. Pushing that aside, Jackson continued with his Clawculus revision.
