As the broadcast wrapped up, the atmosphere in Benjamin's apartment shifted. The room was filled with the lingering energy of the discussion; speculation, analysis, and the undeniable electricity that came with a new season's arrival.
Then, Genevieve turned to the computer screen.
"So," she said, her voice calm but filled with anticipation. "What about us? Our own club?"
Her words settled over the group like a stone dropped into still water.
Benjamin raised an eyebrow, grinning. "Ohhh, now this is the real main course".
Caleb, ever the pragmatist, didn't waste a second. He pulled out his phone and immediately dialed Aria on a video call.
"Pick up, you damn lunatic," he muttered.
Benjamin looked at him, slightly surprised.
Caleb looked back at him. "What? You think I don't curse?" He chuckled. "I'm actually excited too for this moment".