Aurélie smiled fondly down at her little sister, the light of her life. She looked so damn excited, stating that they would go find [i]mummies[/i]. She said the world so adorably, too. God, Aurélie hoped not though, mummies creeped her out, but she knew it would excite everyone else in her family, aside from herself. So sure, for them, she hoped that there were loads of awesome things to find. Just maybe, kindly, not mummies. Or anything dead. At the very least, finding something cool would cause her parents to be happy and excited, their mood surely uplifting the small family. Her grinning, happy father was truly a sight to behold. And her mother’s laugh? Better than that shitty Mona Lisa painting in the Louvre. But then again, if it was [i]too[/i] exciting, she feared she wouldn’t see much of her parents, nor would Cosette. It was definitely conflicting. She had already looked up various activities she could take her siblings too, should the parents become too busy. But, the young woman would never be one to damper the mood for her little light. [color=rosybrown]”We just might, ma petite lumière!”[/color] She said, grinning while behind her, Theo happily chuckled along with the conversation. She could practically feel the teenager buzzing, angsty to get out there and look at the pyramid in all its splendour. 

But, at his mother’s words, Theo placed his hand splayed on his chest and mocked his insult at her words. [color=steelblue]”Mother! I would [i]never[/i].”[/color] He said, really laying it on there, having Aurélie roll her eyes. He winked back at his mother before placing his hands on Auri’s shoulders, shaking the small framed woman. [color=steelblue]”Come on, slowpokes. Let’s go, let’s go. allons-y!”[/color]

Aurélie couldn’t help but grin at her brother’s enthusiasm, before sending a knowing smile at the woman that was, for all intents and purposes, her mother. She took Cosette with her through the bus’s aisle, stopping briefly to get her belongings before they got off. The three siblings stood in a row, with different reactions to the Great Pyramid on their faces. Aurélie’s gaze shifted to her siblings instead, more enamoured by their reactions than the dusty pile of bricks someone once decided was special. Why were they here, anyway? In the middle of the night. She would be worried about Cosette’s sleep schedule, but the youngster was brimming with energy after a long nap. Still, she knew she would be the one who had to keep an eye on her as her parents went off to do important things. 

As Theo grinned down at Cosette and the two shared excited squeals, Aurélie chastised herself for being a negative Nancy. With a sigh, she had to remind herself that this opportunity for her parents was a special one. That this chance to see the pyramid was an amazing chance for her brother, and that Cosette was incredibly excited about spending time with her family. Sure, it wasn’t [i]her[/i] thing, but even Aurélie couldn’t deny that the Pyramid was… beautiful. 

For a pile of bricks.

At the very least, she could make some beautiful photographs. Her father stood before them, telling them it was going to be a walk. She recognised that look in his eyes. Slightly frazzled, but enthusiastic. It was endearing, in a way. She walked with her siblings, feeling a slight nip in the air. Because of it, she ensured Cosette zipped up her jacket and didn’t bother trying with Theo. He was looking like he was about to make love to the pyramid while the leather jacket that was fused to his body hung open.

Theo’s love life was concerning, to say the least, but damn was he in love with this pyramid. He walked with his sisters and parents across the sand. Most of his strength went to keep his jaw from dragging over the floor. He only tore his eyes away from all the sights from outside and then within the pyramid once they came upon steps, that looked both daunting and exhausting at the same time. [color=steelblue]”Come on Cosy.”[/color] He said, hunching down through his knees and holding his hands by his side. His little sister would know exactly what to do, and once she climbed on his back, he held her tight and straightened again. He had always given her piggyback rides, everywhere. Whether she was tired or just because she wanted to, big brother Theo would provide. However, he did have to compensate for her growth with more hours in the gym

He walked the steps, Aurélie by his side, and his eyes kept bulging out at every little thing he spotted. Every small detail he had researched, or that his dad had told him. It was even better than he had expected. And to be granted this chance to be inside of this amazing pyramid? A dream come true for him. He greeted everyone he saw with a big grin, his socialite streak never once falthering. Once up the stairs, he turned to his father. [color=steelblue]”So, why exactly are we here?”[/color] He inquired. His question didn’t come from a place of complaint, but moreso enthusiasm and willingness to help figure out whatever needed figuring out. He wanted to be an active participant in whatever his parents were supposed to do here.