Cornered

Theron, Sirena, and Royce continued to enjoy each other's company, their laughter echoing through the air. After indulging in the delicious array of sweets prepared by the royal chefs, Sirena jumped up from her seat, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Let's play a game! It's been so long since I did something fun!"

Royce raised an eyebrow, feigning reluctance. "A game? Aren't we a bit too old for that already, Sirena?"

"Oh, come on, brother! Don't be such a spoilsport," Sirena pleaded, her tone playful but insistent.

Theron, observing their exchange, found himself smiling. Despite his maturity, a part of him yearned for these simple, carefree moments. Adding to that, it has been so long since he interacted and played like this because Charlize and Elias became too busy with their studies.

"All right, all right," Royce conceded with a dramatic sigh. "What do you even have in mind?"