The mansion’s living room was a mess of pillows, blankets, and snack bowls—like someone had tried to recreate the island’s chaos, but with way more comfort. Somehow, after All-Stars wrapped up, everyone from the Revenge of the Island cast had actually managed to set aside rivalries, bruised egos, and unfinished grudges long enough to do something… normal.
A sleepover.
Jo had already claimed the best spot on the couch like it was a throne, arms crossed but secretly enjoying the company. Jo(sarcastic, smirking): (stretching out across the cushions) "Don’t even think about stealing my spot. First come, first serve."
Lightning was flexing in the corner while trying to one-up Scott in some ridiculous arm-wrestling contest. Lightning(confident): (slams Scott’s hand down on the table) "Sha-BOOM! That’s another win for Lightning, baby!" Scott(annoyed): (shakes out his sore hand) "Yeah, yeah, don’t pull a muscle patting yourself on the back, champ."
Dawn sat cross-legged on the floor, quietly sipping tea, her calm voice cutting through the noise. Dawn(serene): (looking around at everyone) "It’s wonderful to feel all of your energies in harmony for once."
Zoey tried to get Mike to relax and stop worrying about keeping everyone entertained. Zoey(encouraging): (nudging Mike with her elbow) "You don’t have to plan the whole night. Just… be here, okay?" Mike(nervous laugh): (scratching the back of his head) "Easier said than done when Scott and Lightning might break a table before midnight."
Brick had taken it upon himself to organize the snack table into “healthy” and “junk” sides—though that didn’t stop Cameron from sneaking marshmallows when he thought no one was looking. Brick(proud): (gesturing at the table) "There. Perfectly balanced, as all snack stations should be!" Cameron(startled): (mouth full of marshmallows) "I-I was just… testing for quality control!"