Arisha sat on the bench, arms crossed, lips in a pout. "You took forever."
Aiden chuckled, scratching his cheek. "Sorry, had to drag Thristle out of bed."
It was supposed to be only Aiden and Arisha, but the other tagged him, not going to be left behind.
"I wasn't sleeping!" Thristle argued, stomping over, her arms hooked around Vegia's. "I was busy convincing Vegia to join."
Vegia muttered, clearly annoyed, "I was pulled here… I didn't even want to come."
Aiden grinned. "But you came anyway. That's what matters."
"Whatever…" Vegia sighed, looking away, her ears twitching.
Luna bounced up. "Master~ let's go already! We've been waiting!"
Lysandra was beside her, Leona nestled in her arms, cooing softly. Nyxion leaned against the wall behind them, her eyes on Aiden with a teasing smirk.
But Aiden's gaze froze when he saw Arisha properly.
