Once the meal was over, and the plates were taken by the attendants, Lexine slightly slumped in her seat in relief. They could now leave the suffocating place. She looked around her, with a small frown planted upon her lips. She was tired, and simply wanted to go back home.
Home.
Her eyes widened slightly. Although her mother was no longer around, she felt safe when she was with Leilani. It was, probably the fact that Leilani had a striking resemblance to her mother. Or it might be because she had her uncle with her. They had met a few times before after all. Even then, it felt nice having a place she could call home although she was an orphan now.
As she was contemplating, the first elder stood. He had a smile on his face, which caused the corners of his eyes to crinkle up slightly. "Amina." He gestured at the Phoenix girl who had been seated at the housemates' table.
