"Bye, Kai!" Astrid called out from the kitchen, her voice filled with cheerfulness.
"See ya, sis!" Kai responded, his hand hovering over the door handle. The smell of freshly baked bread and the sound of the sizzling eggs filled the air, a comforting contrast to the adrenaline-fueled world outside their quaint house in the bustling city of Quasor.
It had indeed been almost a year since the intense academy days, and Kai had skyrocketed to become one of the top 10 alien hunters in the nation. The house was a testament to his success, a stark contrast to the cramped apartment they used to share. His sister's laughter echoed through the corridors, a melody that had once been a rare occurrence in the shadow of their past.
