Grayson calls Halle about Thanksgiving. Halle makes excuses for why she’s not coming but then admits that she and Will broke up. Grayson is pleased. Not long after, Mom calls to beg Halle to come for the holiday again. They get into an argument and Mom accuses Halle of being selfish. Finally, Halle reveals that she and Will broke up. Mom argues that all relationships have rough patches and insists she and Will “can work it out” (210).

Halle goes to the hotel to prepare for Aurora’s party. She’s thrilled when she sees Henry, as they’ve been busy and haven’t spent much time together. They hide in a room and change into their pajamas for the party together. Halle wants more to happen between them but isn’t sure if Henry does. They briefly talk about sex and relationships. Henry assures Halle that he won’t pressure her like Will did. Then, while they’re kissing, the door swings open.

Aurora opens the door and interrupts Henry and Halle’s kiss. After she leaves, Henry assures Halle that she doesn’t have to feel embarrassed because everyone already thinks they’re hooking up. He leaves the room and tells his friends not to say anything to Halle because he doesn’t want to embarrass her.