𝐘𝐮𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐡! - 𝐍𝐞𝐢𝐭𝐡

41. Family dinner

Freshen up, Neith looks at her reflection. For the occasion, she put on a nice blouse on a pair of jeans. Comfortable and fashionable. 'This will do.'  

Celeste smiles widely. 'I've never seen you do this.' 

'Shut up.' She walks by and grabs her trench coat. 'Nebula, let's go...' 

'Yes, God forbid, you're late.' She doesn't let her sister finish. 'You meet his father and brother, together with dinner. This will do fine. Trust me.' She knows what she's talking about. 'When it comes to fashion, you come to me, Neith. Have some fun and enjoy your dinner.'

Neith only lifts one eyebrow to her. 'Talking to Dumon was easier.' 

Celeste's eyes go big. 'Dumon?' 

'No, not like that. He's like me... He's one of the Barian Emperors, although he's the friendly one. I still have to meet the others.' She turns to Nebula. 'You can drop me off, Nebula, but then you go back home. I'll get home myself.' 

It makes Celeste laugh. 'That means that you'll portal yourself straigth to living room... or kitchen, depens on how it went and you would want a glass of wine.' 

'Will you stop it. I will make fun of you if you ever find a guy that you like.' She bounces back. 

Only for Celeste to shake her head. 'Not happening anytime soon. My mind is fixt on school and trying to find a part time job for the summer.' 

'Nebula!' She doesn't waste time and jumps off the balcony. 

The robot acts quickly and follows her. 'Heartland tower, right, miss?' 

'See you later, Neith!' Celeste turns around. 'Smells good, Cosmo.' 

***

'Kite, what are you doing on the balcony?' Hart stands in the doorway. 'Dad says that dinner is almost ready.' 

'He might be a bit nervous. After all, he is introducing his girlfriend.' Dr. Faker lays his hand on Hart's shoulder. 'You said six o'clock, Kite. I'm sure that she won't be late.' To use his hand to send Hart back inside. 

Kite can see Neith coming in the air. Quickly he turns to his father. 'A few things are off the table. Don't mention her parents, or the company she leads.' 

'Sure Kite.' Dr. Faker takes Hart back to the dining table. 'Here, will you put the napkins down?' 

Hart smiles to his father and places the napkins where they belong. When he looks at his brother, he can see a woman. 'Neith has a robot like Orbital.' He takes one step toward the balcony, when he sees that the two hug. Even a quick kiss between them, makes him chuckle. 'Sorry,' he runs up the balcony. 'What is his name?' He looks at the robot. 

'Nebula,' answers Neith. 'You must be Hart. He talks about you sometimes.' 

The boy nods and sticks his hand out. 'Nice to meet you, Neith.' 

Smiling, she accepts his hand. 'Nice to meet you too, Hart.' She lets his hand go. 'Apparently, you talked to Celeste to find your brother.' 

Hart blushes. 'Sorry, it's weird because otherwise, Kite always comes home.' 

'I knew sooner but I've waited for you to come. Nice to meet you, I'm their father.' Dr. Faker shakes her hand. To notice a soft touch, yet with a firm handshake. 'Come in, dinner is ready. How did you meet Kite?' 

'Before the preliminaries even. We literally bumpted into each other.' Neith explains. 'After another meeting like that, we've decided to duel each other in the tournament.'