When they were gathered, Alina pointed at the open space. "We're going to play in groups today! Teacher has divided you into teams of three. You'll do activities together, help each other, and see how strong your hearts are when you work as one."
The babies exchanged glances, some excited, some suspicious, but all curious.
Alina announced the groups with a smile:
"Group one: Luna, Drake, and Sable."
Luna immediately crossed her arms. "Teacher! Why with him?? He's too slow!" she pointed at Sable, who shrank a little under her glare.
But Alina only smiled gently. "Because I know Luna is strong, and Drake is brave, and together you can help Sable show his strength too."
Sable's eyes widened at her words, a tiny flicker of hope lighting inside him.
"Group two: Vlad Jr., Boo, and Lucien."
Boo cheered and tried to hug Lucien, who stiffened instantly, his face pink. Vlad Jr. raised his brows like he had just been handed an impossible challenge.
