{Elira}
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The rooftop was strung with lanterns that gave off a warm, golden glow. Tables were spread across the terrace, some under open sky, some tucked beneath soft white canopies that swayed gently in the breeze.
From where we stood, the view stretched wide: ESA's towers in the distance, the city lights beyond shimmering like scattered stars.
"Wow," Juniper breathed, her eyes wide.
"It's gorgeous," Cambria agreed softly, already scanning for an empty table.
Tamryn, as always, was composed, though her lips curved slightly as if she secretly approved. Nari, however, grabbed my arm with excitement. "Elira, imagine dining here every week. Don't you think we deserve it?"
I laughed, shaking my head. "If you're the one paying, Nari, then yes."
She rolled her eyes but let me go.
A hostess led us to a table near the edge, where the city view spread like a painting. The five of us slipped into our seats, still buzzing with energy from the day.
