This was just the beginning. The real show was yet to come.
I wasn't going to let any of those who caused my downfall in my past life go unpunished.
Once we were off-campus and out of sight, I let go of Joel's hand and changed my demeanor.
"I suddenly have something to do. Let's have dinner another time."
Joel was taken aback by my sudden change but quickly caught on. "You did that to spite Juliette, didn't you?"
I knew that if I immediately agreed to be Joel's girlfriend to win against Juliette, he would lose interest soon.
Just like in my past life, once he made me fall for him and won the bet, he dumped me instantly, holding Juliette's hand the next moment and mocking me for being delusional.
I wanted both Joel and Juliette to lose their bet miserably.
This act had to continue.
I said coolly, "I admit I accepted your invitation just to spite Juliette. I won't just fall in love with anyone. I only like those who are genuinely kind to me. Sorry, even though you're a great guy, I have no feelings for you."
For someone like Joel, a rich boy who was used to getting his way, a challenge was enticing.
I had to strike a balance, not pushing him away completely or making it too easy.