399: IN SEARCH OF PEACE

ARIEL'S POV Feeling unsettled by the nightmare and still wondering about Luke's whereabouts, I made my way downstairs to the mansion, hoping to find some answers. As I descended the staircase, the early morning light filtered through the windows, bringing out a soft glow over the grand foyer. Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs, I heard the faint sound of laughter coming from the living room. Curious, I followed the sound and found Ethan and Randy engrossed in a video game. "Hey guys, what are you up to so early in the morning?" I asked, a small smile tugging at the corners of my lips. They glanced up at me; their faces lit up with excitement. "Morning, Ariel! We're just playing this awesome game," Ethan replied, setting his eyes back on the television. "But Randy's cheating!" Ethan protested, glaring playfully at his brother. Randy rolled his eyes, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. "I am not! You just suck at this game, Ethan." I chuckled at their banter, feeling