The school bell had barely faded when Liz and her five friends burst out of St. Liora's gates, their laughter echoing into the afternoon air.

Books were stashed away, bags swung over shoulders, and their excited chatter about a gaming pact danced through the bustling crowd of uniformed students.

Waiting by the curb wasn't the usual sedan or shuttle bus that carried Liz used to drive her home.

No, instead, a sleek black limousine stretched out like a giant caterpillar under the sun, its surface gleaming like polished obsidian,reflecting gasps and curious stares from other students still waiting for their rides.

Dylan let out a low whistle. "Uh… Liz? Did your family rent this or…?"

Liz giggled, tossing her braids over her shoulder with an air of casual confidence.

"Nope! That's ours."

"Ours!?" Mina's chubby cheeks quivered as her jaw dropped in disbelief.

Clara pushed her glasses up higher on her nose while Leo and Hugo exchanged wide eyed glances.

None of them asked anymore questions; they simply followed Liz's lead into the limousine's plush interior where leather seats and ambient lighting made them feel like they'd stepped into another world entirely.

The ride was filled with their usual banter but noticeably quieter than normal.

The tinted windows shielded them from the outside world; it felt distant and muted.

Every so often, one of them would sneak a glance at the silent bodyguards sitting at the front partition,their sharp eyes betraying nothing.

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Twenty minutes later, the limousine rolled to a smooth stop at a private airstrip.

And that was when their jaws truly dropped.

A helicopter awaited on the tarmac,sleek and futuristic in design.

Unlike those bulky models seen in movies or news footage, this one radiated elegance as much as power.

Its rotors glinted in the light, adorned with Osborn insignias faintly tracing along its polished sides.

Rows of armed bodyguards flanked the runway, dressed in sharp black suits with rifles slung casually yet ready.

"Holy…" Dylan breathed out, his grin a mix of nerves and thrill.

Mina spun around to Liz, disbelief etched across her round face. "Why do we need a helicopter!? Is your house on the moon!?"

Liz couldn't help but burst into laughter, covering her mouth playfully. "Not quite! But trust me...it's far."

"Far enough that you need this," Hugo muttered under his breath while still staring wide-eyed at the helicopter.

One of the guards stepped forward with practiced precision to pull open the door.

Liz motioned confidently for her friends to follow suit. "Come on! Don't be scared."

"Not scared," Clara mumbled under her breath as she adjusted her glasses again. "Just… processing all this."

Inside, the helicopter was just as high-tech as its sleek exterior suggested.

The seats were arranged in a cozy circle, upholstered in dark leather, with polished tables nestled between them.

Screens adorned the walls, quietly displaying flight data alongside news feeds that flickered like stars in the night sky.

Mina's cheeks jiggled with excitement as she turned her head from side to side. "I… I feel like I'm in a sci-fi movie!"

"Correction," Leo interjected flatly, though his eyes sparkled with enthusiasm. "We're living a sci-fi drama. And guess what? We're the stars!"

The others chuckled nervously, their laughter mingling with the soothing hum of the rotors.

The pilot,a man in his forties sporting streaks of gray at his temples,glanced back from the cockpit, his voice warm and steady. "Miss Liz, shall we depart?"

Liz's face lit up with a radiant smile. "Absolutely, Mr. Arden! Let's go!"

With a roar that echoed through the air, the rotors sprang to life. The helicopter lifted gracefully off the tarmac, and soon enough, Zenith City shrank beneath them like a toy city.

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The ride was brief yet surreal.

As they soared above Zenith's City sprawling landscape, stretches of ocean glimmered below like scattered diamonds under the setting sun.

The friends leaned eagerly toward their windows, pointing out passing ships and clouds that seemed to blaze with fiery hues as twilight deepened.

Clara leaned closer to Liz and whispered with genuine curiosity, "So Liz… what kind of house do you live in?"

"Yeah," Dylan chimed in playfully. "It's time for your big reveal!"

Liz merely flashed them a mischievous grin; her eyes danced with delight. "You'll see! Just wait."

Her cryptic words only fueled their imaginations further,wild theories and playful jokes erupted around her like fireworks, filling the cabin with laughter.

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Ten minutes later, they began their descent.

Below them rose an island not barren rock or wild jungle but a vibrant expanse of roads and buildings sprawling across pristine land.

As night approached, lights flickered on across this thriving terrain,a city enveloped within an imposing fortress.

The helicopter landed smoothly on another private airstrip.

As soon as the doors swung open, they were ushered into sleek armored limousines parked nearby by attentive guards who stood watch over their every move.

The convoy rolled towards the Dominion Sanctum.

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Ten minutes later they finally arrived at the Dominion Sanctum.

At first came towering gates,massive structures crafted from steel and stone emblazoned proudly with the Osborn crest.

They opened seamlessly at their approach; cars glided through into a realm that felt entirely separate from reality itself.

The five friends froze,eyes wide and jaws slack,as they took it all in.

Inside wasn't just a mansion; it was a sprawling palace.

As they stepped inside the Dominion Sanctum, guards marched in flawless formation, their presence commanding respect.

Servants in crisp uniforms glided effortlessly across polished marble walkways, while AI drones buzzed overhead, their lights scanning the surroundings with a soft mechanical hum.

In the distance, sleek maglev trains zipped silently along gleaming tracks, their glass exteriors sparkling under the sun.

Helicopters ascended and descended from landing pads like majestic birds of prey.

Luxury cars, models so rare they seemed to belong in a sci-fi movie,glided smoothly along wide avenues.

But what truly took their breath away was the architecture. Towering structures of glass and steel curved gracefully beside ornate marble domes and spires that reached for the sky.

The Main Palace loomed above all else, its golden-lit windows shimmering like stars against the twilight.

Lush gardens sprawled across acres, adorned with fountains, exquisite statues, and greenery so vibrant it felt almost otherworldly.

The friends sat in stunned silence, eyes darting from one jaw-dropping sight to another as if trying to absorb every detail.

Finally, Dylan broke the spell with a strangled laugh. "Liz… this… this is your house?"

Liz's grin widened mischievously as she leaned back in her seat. "Yup! Welcome to my home."

Her words hit them like a thunderclap. For a heartbeat, there was nothing but silence.

Then chaos erupted inside the car.

"No way...!" Mina shouted.

"This is insane!" Hugo exclaimed.

"Are we… in some kind of palace?" Clara asked weakly.

Leo muttered something about needing to reboot his brain.

Liz simply laughed, clearly enjoying their astonishment. "I told you! You wouldn't be disappointed."

Hugo, usually calm and collected, struggled for words. "My dad's a CEO! Our mansion looks like a… like a shoebox compared to this!"

"Shoebox?" Dylan let out a laugh. "More like a homeless shelter!"

Their voices intertwined in excited chatter as they attempted to articulate their awe.

Mina pressed her face against the window, cheeks squished as she tried to take it all in.

Clara adjusted her glasses repeatedly, hands trembling with disbelief.

The car rolled deeper into this urban paradise,the city-like estate stretching endlessly before them.

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Meanwhile, high on one of the palace balconies stood Arthur, clad in a black trench coat,leaning casually against the railing with an amused smirk playing at his lips as he watched the limousine approach.

Even from afar, he could envision their astonished expressions: wide eyes filled with wonder and mouths agape at every twist and turn of Liz's extraordinary life.

His gaze lingered on Liz's car and he could almost hear her laughter echoing through the air as she unveiled her home to her friends.

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