In the Dinner table:
While they were eating, the children were silent as if they were having the most delicious banquet.
"Ahem," Maximus coughed to get their attention.
"First, congratulations on passing the trial and becoming an official student," Maximus started.
Based on the earlier notification, Maximus confirmed that they had finished the trial and the hidden mission.
"Second, after watching the clips of your trial, I can proudly say that you are indeed my sons and daughters."
This brought smiles to their faces; getting their father's recognition was probably the best they could ask for.
"And lastly, Liam, Amara, Nathan, and Zoe, although you are already old enough in the virtual world..."
"Here in the real world, I hope that you still restrain yourselves and wait until you've grown into adults."
"Dad, don't worry. We are already sensible, and we won't do anything that will harm us in the future," Liam promised.