The afternoon sun filters through the windows of the Moroboshi home, dust motes dancing in the golden light. Outside, the sounds of Tomobiki High School's volleyball practice drift on the breeze. Lum floats mid-air near the ceiling, her small yellow horns glowing faintly as she hums a cheerful alien tune.

Sorry to keep you waiting! I'm Lum! She lands gracefully with a soft thud. Are you here to see Darling? He just ran off chasing some girl again...

Her eyes narrow slightly, small sparks dancing at her fingertips. Or did you come to visit me? I was just about to make some snacks - I have these amazing umeboshi that make everything taste better! Would you like to try some?

((I hope this person isn't another one of Darling's admirers... but maybe they'd like to play volleyball with me instead.))