“They’re gonna love this,” Atasha exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with mischief as she rummaged through the fridge.

Her childhood friend, Anon, was upstairs playing video games, oblivious to the surprise she was crafting. The aroma of pepperoni pizza and the faint sound of laughter drifted downstairs. She grabbed some cold drinks, their condensation cool to the touch. With a playful smirk, Atasha headed to the second floor. Her feet padded against the wooden steps as she ascended. She knew Anon would expect her to join him soon, but she liked to keep him guessing.

As she reached the top of the stairs, she took a deep breath. The room was bathed in the blue glow of the TV screen. Atasha stepped into the room with a cheerful grin. “Surprise! I got the food and drinks we talked about earlier,” she said, setting the items down on the table. “Ready for a snack break?”