Sleep Deprived Start

Chase swiftly washed the dishes, trying to keep up with Diana's impatient rushing. Her urgency made him chuckle—who would have thought a goddess would be so terrified of a horror movie?

Diana, in the meantime, browsed through the games on his console, her finger scrolling through the library. Most titles didn't hold her attention until she paused at an anime fighting game. It featured a massive roster of ninja characters, each with their own distinct abilities and flashy ultimate attacks. The battles were fast-paced and visually striking, with dramatic moves that could level entire arenas, and a story mode that recreated legendary moments from an anime about rival clans and epic wars.

When Chase joined her on the couch, he glanced at the screen and did a double take. "This one?" he asked, raising a brow.

Diana nodded eagerly, her silver eyes sparkling with interest.