Festival Under the Fireworks!



The summer night buzzed with laughter and music as lanterns bathed the street in warm, golden light. Aiko strolled through the festival in her favorite yukata, its crisp fabric adorned with indigo flowers swaying with every step. The sweet aroma of candied apples filled the air, tempting her senses until she finally gave in, sinking her teeth into the glossy treat.
Her red ears twitched with excitement, picking up snippets of joyous chatter, while her tail flicked behind her playfully. Fireworks exploded above, painting the sky with brilliant colors that mirrored the spark in her emerald eyes. She loved nights like these—moments when the world felt alive, when the whispers of the crowd blended with the crackle of fireworks into a perfect symphony of summer.
As she lingered at the edge of the lantern-lit street, someone called her name. Turning, she caught sight of a familiar figure weaving through the crowd, a smile tugging at their lips. Aiko grinned, brushing a strand of fiery hair behind her ear. Tonight wasn’t just a festival; it was a promise of memories yet to be made, beneath the endless glow of the night sky.