The story begins as Massie is getting ready for school, fretting over every little detail of her appearance and worrying about her place in the highly competitive social hierarchy. She and her friends, the Pretty Committee, are the untouchables of the school, but Massie is particularly focused on maintaining her position at the top.
The reader is introduced to the other members of the Pretty Committee: Alicia Rivera, the fashionista; Kristen Gregory, the social butterfly; and Dylan Marvil, the athlete. Together, they form an unstoppable force, navigating the treacherous waters of school life and maintaining their exclusive status.
As the day progresses, Massie encounters some challenges to her authority, including the arrival of a new girl, Claire Lyons. Claire seems different from the usual crowd and quickly catches the attention of Massie's boyfriend, Derrek Harrington. Feeling threatened by Claire's presence, Massie sets out on a mission to assert her dominance and eliminate any potential threats to her power.
The chapter provides insight into the dynamics of the Pretty Committee, their preoccupation with maintaining their social standing, and the cutthroat nature of their relationships. It establishes Massie as a complex character, driven by her desire for control and constantly battling insecurities beneath her seemingly confident exterior.