Max pov. The party was already pumping by the time we got there. I don't know why they call it a cookout when it is a normal party but with food and a bonfire. The yard was covered in beer cans and everyone was dancing like they were on drugs. Why do they do this? This is why I don't like going to parties, because this is what it is, a party not a cookout. I thought this was going to be fun but it seems my expectations were demolished. Miles was delighted, it showed on his face. This was his type of scene, what he lived for. I just knew that coming here was going to be the worst decision I ever made. Seeing Derek’s face brings a little comfort, even if he had the same expression Miles has. Some people got out of the house and came directly to us, they must be coming for Derek. There