Surprise

The room was enormous, like a gallery straight out of a museum. The walls were lined with glass cases and display shelves, each one carefully arranged and lit to showcase... rocks.

Not just ordinary stones, but crystals, minerals, meteorites, and strange glowing artifacts from across the galaxy. Some sparkled with deep colors; others seemed to hum with faint energy.

There was even a small fountain in the center of the room, surrounded by smooth river stones, with a soft, bubbling sound that filled the space.

"Ta-da," Cleo said flatly, though there was a glimmer of pride in her golden eyes. "Your rock collection room, exactly as you requested."

Rex gaped, utterly speechless. "I... you actually... Cleo, this is amazing! I was kidding about the rock room! Well, mostly kidding."