Chapter 280: The Glowing Sparklers on The Summer Night
The early summer night was quite cool, a comfortable time for the children to play with sparklers before enjoying their hot chocolate and marshmallows. They rushed to the front yard around seven-thirty after having a nap earlier.
"Granny! Our sparklers!"
"How many can we play?"
"I wanna play~"
Calix and Leslie looked at Director Li being surrounded by the little turnip heads, Calliope was among the ones at the front. The middle-aged woman distributed the sparklers while reminding the children to be careful when playing.
"Should we get some sparklers once we’re back? We can play with Poppy."
Calix’s statement had a hint of seriousness, earning a chuckle from Leslie. This was another moment of his excitement about having Calliope home with them.
"A nice idea. Maybe we can play... at the lake?" suggested Leslie. Recalling the peaceful scenery of the lake, she knew Calliope would grow to love the place as well.
"Yup! Let’s get a few cute ones for children!"
Once again Leslie laughed. Her eyes were reflected by the golden sparks of the sparklers as the children had started playing with them.
Bright, ephemeral lines lit up the front yard as laughter resonated in the air. Some of the children twirled and ran around, their sparklers leaving a fleeting glow. The others played in small groups.