In The Space Between

Chapter 3

A week had passed since the heated argument and since then, Kaito haven't went home. He had chosen to stay at Aero's, submerging himself in the preparations for the grand Halloween party, a distraction from the turmoil that brewed beneath his icy facade. The manor was alive with activity as Kaito and his friends adorned Aero's place with haunting decorations, filling the air with laughter and a sense of excitement.

“Yung mga lights kase iabot niyo!” Cleo called from the living room, fluttering as she gestured animatedly. Piper's the one to gave her the lights, because she's the one in-charged on it.

Kaito on the other hand was on the kitchen with Hugo, Erin and Violet. They're busy minding the foods and drinks for the guests.

"Inang to kase, yaman yaman niyo di nalang kayo nag pa buffet." Reklamo ni Violet na abala sa mga snacks, "Si Kaito at Aero lang naman mayaman satin." Gatong pa ni Erin habang pinapanood lang yung tatlo na abala.

"Lol, aren't you guys rich too?" Hugo smirked, while preparing the alcoholic drinks and such because he forgot to hire a bartender, tho it's fine because they all know how to mix drinks.

They just kept on doing their jobs when Hale enter the room, "Kaito, na-invite mo ba lahat?" She asked, "Yeah, I did." A lie, because he didn't invite one particular person because of how high his pride is.

"He didn't invite Green, that's why I'm the one invited him atleast." Kaito rolled his eyes when Hugo said those, "whatever."

They finished preparing around 3pm so they still have time to change and mind their costumes and stuff. til 9pm came, loud musics are banging and guests started to show up, walked at the red carpet and took a picture at the diy backdrop they made.

Kaito in his Joker costume that made him stunned out because it really suits him and the fact that he's famous with girls.

"Si Hugo, Wala pa?" Violet asked, Hugo's the only one went home after their preparations to change into his costume.

"He's already here." Erin

"May nakain ata to at naka Genshin Impact na costume?" Cyrus, when Hugo walked to their direction wearing an Alhaitham costume/cosplay.

“Dude, it’s a Halloween party, not Cosplay Con,” Kaito teased, smacking Hugo’s back playfully, an attempt to bridge the gap of tension that still clung to him. He wanted to forget, even if just for a moment, the heaviness that had settled in his chest since the argument with his dad.

“I don’t have a choice,” Hugo shot back, his grin infectious, though Kaito could sense the slight unease hidden beneath the surface. They exchanged playful jabs as more guests filled the space, but Kaito felt increasingly disconnected from the merriment surrounding him.

"What do you mean 'you don't have a choice? You literally came prepared." Aero teases.

As Kaito surveyed the room, laughter and music intertwined, creating a lively tapestry of youthful exuberance. The atmosphere buzzed with energy. The girls are already out to have some fun in the dance floor, dancing along the music.

Suddenly, as if summoned by his thoughts, There's Green walking at the red carpet. The moment felt surreal; time slowed as Kaito's heart raced. Green was dressed in his simple everyday outfit, that blended charm and approachability, embodying a whimsical spirit that effortlessly drew attention. His eyes sparkled with excitement, and the warmth of his smile illuminated the room. Kaito's confusion deepened as he found himself captivated by Green’s presence.

"Sorry, Ngayon lang... Galing pa kaseng Gig," aniya ng makalapit na siyang pinag tataka naman ni Kaito, "Green!" Cleo screams as she and the girls approached him.