172 Star Players, Part One

{Lianna}

It felt like the day started just a little too early. 

The sunlight filtered in through the curtains, pouring against Lianna's eyes, as the girl stirred. She could hear her phone ringing, the sound prompting her to speed up the waking process just a little. 

She was alone in bed. A rare thing these days. 

As she grabbed it, she saw that the caller ID flashed with an unknown number, piquing her curiosity as she answered the call.

"Hello?" Lianna's voice was still tinged with sleepiness.

"Good morning, Lianna. This is Matt from the Player's Management Committee," the voice on the other end greeted warmly.

"Oh, uh, good morning. How can I help you?"

Matt quickly got to the point.

"We're hosting an exhibition showcase next week, and we'd like to invite you and Mrs. Alteri to participate."

Lianna's eyebrows shot up in surprise.

"An exhibition showcase?"