The moon hung bright and full in the night sky, casting a silver glow over the bustling city. The distant hum of car horns and the chatter of people echoed faintly, mixing with the occasional breeze that rustled the leaves.
Inside the Starlight Restaurant, Olive, Lara, Lucas, Mark, and Aiden sat back in their chairs, content but visibly tired. Hours had passed since their meal, and what began as a relaxing lunch had stretched into a lazy evening of conversation, laughter, and occasional moments of quiet reflection.
Aiden, leaning slightly into his chair, broke the silence with a warm smile. "I think it's time we head back to school before someone discovers we're missing."
"I really don't feel like going anywhere tonight," Mark chimed in, his tone carrying a hint of longing. "We should just spend the night at a hotel. It'll be more comfortable."