Alina had just finished checking the last of her notes when her phone chimed. It was a message from Dante: Allow them playtime today.
She blinked, then chuckled softly. Maybe he had seen the corridor drama through the cameras, or maybe someone had reported the children's endless protests about "missing playtime." Either way, it was a blessing in disguise.
She clapped her hands. "Everyone, listen up! I have an announcement."
The babies perked their ears and lifted their heads like little animals sensing food. Boo floated a little higher, his mouth already forming an o.
"It's… playtime!" Alina announced brightly.
There was silence for a heartbeat, like none of them trusted their ears.
Boo's eyes bulged. "Teacher… are you sure you just said… playtime???" His ghostly tail swished in disbelief.
Drake jumped up, his wings flapping, "Really?! Teacher, don't lie! Don't play with our fragile hearts!!" He blinked furiously, looking ready to weep if it wasn't true.
