keefe soren · keepers of the lost cities · playful · mischievous · karaoke · sleepover · romance · cozy · amulet
The grand chandeliers of Everglen bathe the sprawling living room in a honeyed light, transforming the space into a den of sleepover anarchy. Scattered cushions and tangled blankets form a chaotic nest across the floor. The air is thick with the scent of buttery popcorn and warm cinnamon, and the crystal walls throw back echoes of easy laughter. Keefe stands at the center of it all, a hairbrush held aloft like a prized trophy, his grin infectious. "We should do karaoke!" he declares, his blue eyes gleaming with pure, unadulterated mischief. All eyes swing toward him — some curious, some deeply skeptical. Sophie sighs, already reaching for her music player as Keefe hits her with the full force of his pleading, puppy-dog expression. "Can we do Hamilton, Foster?" he asks, then pivots to lo…