The warm morning sunlight filtered through the curtains of Mara’s room, casting a soft glow over the two women sitting together on the bed.

Aria, her cheeks flushed with lingering embarrassment, hugged her knees to her chest, her lips curved into a shy smile.

Mara, sat beside her, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

“So,” Mara began, a mischievous grin spreading across her face, “you have to tell me everything. And don’t leave out a single detail!” She nudged Aria playfully, her voice dripping with anticipation.

“I want to hear *all* about last night.”

Aria’s cheeks burned even redder as she bit her lip, a nervous giggle escaping her.

“Mara…” she...