Jay-Jay's POV
The lunch bell rang like a victory cry, and Section E swarmed the cafeteria like it was our personal kingdom. Trays clattered, chairs scraped, and C-in's voice cut through the noise: "KEIFER'S MOM IS OFFICIALLY THE COOLEST! DONUTS FOR LIFE!"
Felix waved his phone, showing off a blurry pic of Serina handing out coffee. "Viral status achieved. #MommySerina incoming."
Percy slid into the seat across from us, stealing a fry from my tray. "So, when's the family reunion part two? I need more halo-halo."
Keifer laughed, arm slung casual around my shoulders. "Soon. Mom's already planning movie night at the apartment."
"Movie night?!" Rakki perked up from down the table. "I call dibs on rom-coms. No horror, C-in."
"Betrayed!" C-in clutched his chest dramatically.
Aries rolled his eyes but smiled. "Just don't burn the place down. Angelo's still on high alert."
Under the table, Keifer's fingers traced absent circles on my knee. Steady. Grounding. Even after the nightmare, even with eyes on us, it felt right.