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Conner waved as Niles, Ciel, and Deuel, head off in search of firewood. While he and Kieran hung out by the tent. Kieran told a story about shooting stars being the souls of the deceased. Conner giggled, he appreciated Kieran’s stories. [color=deepskyblue]“Well, I better watch out then,”[/color] he replied with a grin. [color=deepskyblue]“Wouldn’t want any vengeful souls causing trouble tonight, would we?”[/color] Conner often found himself caught in the crossfire of Kieran’s pranks, but he wouldn’t have it any other way. It was part of what made their friendship so special.

But beneath the playful banter, Conner sensed something more in Kieran’s demeanor, an unspoken tension between them. Conner’s heart skipped a beat. He had been wrestling with his feelings, but he wasn’t sure if this was the right moment to address them.

Thankfully, Kieran changed the topic to the location of Niles’ energy drinks. Conner breathed a sigh of relief. [color=deepskyblue]“Hmm, Maybe we should put out an APB for Niles’ secret stash. It’s our duty to protect it from these mischievous spirits, after all.”[/color] Conner giggled. Conner felt a liked Kieran a lot. He appreciated his humor and quirks. [color=deepskyblue]“I think I saw him bury something suspicious under his tent. He probably keeps it under lock and key, buuut we have to keep it safe”[/color] He winked, teasingly.

Conner opened his mouth to say something else, but before Conner could get it out. Deuel came in, and gave him gifts. Conner appreciated both the goggles and the water proof phone. [color=deepskyblue]“Thanks dude!”[/color] And then he threw his arms around Deuel and gave him a hug.