Friendship And Debts To Pay

As Ava, Chloe, Emma, and Ian made their way back to the dorms from the cafeteria, laughter and chatter filled the air. The girls couldn't stop talking about the delicious food they had just indulged in, each dish was a new round of excitement.

Ava, her eyes still twinkling with delight from the meal, turned to Chloe and exclaimed, "That chicken stir-fry was amazing! I could eat it every day."

Chloe nodded enthusiastically, her expression exactly like Ava's. "And those chocolate chip cookies? I think I found my new favorite dessert."

Emma, walking alongside them, chimed in with a grin, "I have to agree, everything was so good. I'm definitely going to need a nap after all that food!"

Meanwhile, Ian walked behind them, his brow furrowed as he stared intently at his cadet credit balance on the holographic display of his smartwatch. His shock was clearly displayed on his face as he muttered to himself, "Z-zero credits...? How did this happen?"