HERMIONE
The night air is cool and refreshing as we step outside. The house's air-conditioned interior is soothing, but artificial devices can't match nature's effects.
The wind whispers softly as Aiden and I walk back to our parents. The sky is a dark canvas, dotted with fluorescent lights that illuminate the area.
Tonight's outdoor setting is a welcome change from the house's interior.
The breeze is gentle, tugging at my hair as we walk. I sweep the strands off my face, huffing the one on my mouth away.
"Hermione," Beatrice notices me first.
I manage a smile.
"My apologies for keeping her away for too long. We got carried away," Aiden apologizes, his chest bowed and his head tilted forward.
"It's alright," Mom waves dismissively, smiling at him.
Her smile doesn't mean she l
