"Ensure you've got everything on the list," Ivan reminded them once more as the car came to a gentle halt in front of his school. The sight of intrigued kids pausing to look brought a smile to his lips.
"Don't forget the headphones," he reminded his sister, who sat beside him with an exasperated expression, growing tired of his continuous chatter. As he playfully messed with her thoughts, a more ominous sentiment seemed to emanate from the driver's seat, toying with her emotions. His glances seemed to alter the rhythm of her heartbeat. No, she definitely didn't want to be alone with him.
"Bye," Ivan's voice, filled with excitement, snapped her back to reality. Zayden engaged in a brief conversation with her brother before strolling into the school with a happy stride. He glanced back and waved once more before blending into the bustling campus.
