Elara's friends Mia and Jade arrived at the penthouse on a sunny Saturday afternoon carrying bags of snacks and wine. It had been weeks since they'd had a proper girls' hangout. Elara had been so wrapped up in Kai, content creation, and the whirlwind of her rising fame that she'd barely seen them.
"Finally!" Mia exclaimed, hugging her tightly. "We thought Kai had kidnapped you for good."
Jade laughed but her eyes were sharp as she looked around the luxurious space. "This place is insane. But we missed our girl."
They settled in the living room. Elara had ordered in a massive spread of food - sushi, charcuterie, and desserts. For a few hours, it almost felt normal. They gossiped, laughed about old memories, and filmed a silly t****k together - a dance challenge that had been trending and
