The soft morning light seeped through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the room. Tao stirred in his sleeping bag, slowly awakening from his slumber. He stretched his arms and legs, trying to shake off the remnants of sleep that clung to him.

As he peered around the room, he saw his friends still lost in the land of dreams. Darcy lay curled up on the couch, her tousled hair cascading over her face. Tara was sprawled out on the floor