"So Friday is a big day for all of us," Minghao summarized, reaching for another cookie. "Qing Qing officially starts school, we get our debate position assignment, and we have our first full team practice session."
"No pressure," Qin Xinyu said dryly.
"Pressure makes diamonds," Twilight quoted, raising her juice glass in a mock toast.
They all clinked their glasses together, the sound bright and cheerful in the comfortable dining room. Outside, the sun continued its descent, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink. Somewhere on a distant island, Tang Fei and Huo Ting Cheng were probably lazing around... The other kids were likely finishing their military training exercises. The household staff moved through their routines with practiced efficiency.
