After the long school day, Blakely returned home with a strange mix of relief and excitement. The day had been a welcome change from the intensity of Morphantasia, but she couldn't shake the quiet pull to return to the game world. With a quick wave to Claire, who headed upstairs to start her own homework, Blakely settled into her room, eager to check in with her guildmates.
Her phone buzzed just as she sat down, and she glanced at the screen to see a group message from Maven.
Maven: "Game night at Blakely's? We need to keep leveling up our skills before the next raid!"
Iris: "Agreed. Plus, I have new potions to test. I might need a few brave volunteers."
Blakely grinned, quickly typing her reply.
Blakely: "Come over! I'll set up snacks. If we're lucky, Mom made cookies."