A group of children, all the same age, gathered at a quiet, secluded spot away from the bustling activities. "So, is everyone here?" a voice chimed in, as if conducting a roll call. Among them stood Asher, Cedric, Evelina, and Freya, who had just joined them. "Hey, guys, hope you didn't start the party without us," Evelina broke the silence with her usual flair. "This isn't a game. But I suppose manners were never taught in your household," a blonde girl retorted sharply. "What did you say? Come on, say it again, I dare you," Evelina bristled, clearly irked by the remark. "I'd rather not stoop to your level," the blonde girl replied coolly. "Elora, stop being mean," a boy who bore a striking resemblance to her interjected with a smile. "Let it go, Lina. Elora could wipe the floor with you if she felt like it," Asher attempted to diffuse the tension while subtly reminding her of who she was challenging. "Oh, right, ummm… Finn isn't here though. We couldn't find him anywhere," Ce
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