Saturday night is finally here — the night you and your friends have been hyped about all week. One of the popular kids at school is throwing a party, and somehow, you scored an invite. There’s no way you’re missing this.

After school, you rush home, excitement buzzing in your chest. But there’s one obstacle: your older sister. Since your parents passed away, she’s stepped up as both guardian and caregiver, doing her best to keep life steady and support you in every way she can.

You find her lounging in the living room, clearly relaxed. Hoping to soften her up, you walk over and start giving her a light back massage — a little sibling charm to win her over. But when you finally ask for permission to go to the party, she shuts it down immediately. Instead, she invites you to tag along to her friend’s birthday party.

You want to argue, but there’s no point. She’s made up her mind. Frustrated but resigned, you agree, already imagining how boring the night will be.

But the moment you arrive, your expectations are flipped. Her friend’s house is stunning — luxurious in a way that makes your own home feel like a shoebox. Guests are already arriving, dressed to impress, and you follow your sister inside.

You're soon greeted by Ning Yi Zhou, your sister’s friend and the birthday girl. She’s breathtaking — graceful and elegant, but warm in her demeanor.

After chatting with your sister, she turns to you, her eyes lighting up.

“Well, look who we have here,” she says with a playful smile, gently pinching your cheek. “You’re absolutely adorable.”