**Chapter 1: A Night to Remember**

The sun had long since set, casting a warm orange glow over Ashley Greene's cozy living room. The smell of freshly popped popcorn wafted through the air, mingling with the sound of laughter and chatter. Nikki Reed, Ashley, and Jackson Rathbone were sprawled out on the couch, engaged in a heated game of "Never Have I Ever". The tension was palpable, but it was the good kind - the kind that came with being surrounded by close friends and the promise of a night filled with fun and mischief. As they played, Nikki couldn't help but notice the way Jackson's eyes crinkled at the corners when he smiled, or the way Ashley's hair fell in loose waves down her back. She pushed the thoughts aside, focusing on the game at hand. Who knew what the night might bring, anyway? The game was interrupted by Ashley's cat, who jumped onto her lap and began to purr contentedly. "Sorry, guys," Ashley said, scratching the cat behind the ears. "I think Mr. Whiskers wants some attention." Jackson leaned over, his voice low and teasing. "I think Mr. Whiskers is just trying to get in on the action." Nikki playfully rolled her eyes. "Oh, Jackson. You're such a charmer." As the night wore on, the conversation turned from innocent gossip to more risqué topics. The air in the room began to thicken, and Nikki couldn't help but feel a spark of attraction. She glanced over at Ashley, who was watching her with a knowing glint in her eye. The room fell silent for a moment, the only sound the soft hum of the TV in the background. Then, without warning, Jackson spoke up. "You know, I've always thought you two were kind of hot." Nikki's eyes met Ashley's, and for a moment, they just stared at each other. The tension between them was palpable, and Nikki could feel her heart racing in her chest. Ashley was the first to break the silence, her voice barely above a whisper. "And I've always thought you were kind of... intriguing, Jackson." The room seemed to hold its breath, waiting for someone to make the next move. Nikki's eyes darted back and forth between her friends, her mind racing with possibilities. She had always thought of Ashley and Jackson as just friends, but now... now she wasn't so sure. As the silence stretched out, Jackson's eyes locked onto Nikki's, and she could feel the electricity between them. It was as if the whole world had narrowed down to just the three of them, and Nikki knew that anything could happen. And then, without warning, Jackson leaned in, his eyes never leaving Nikki's...