Victoria waved her hand dismissively. "Listen to me, let's put that matter aside for now. Andrew, do you know what special day today is?"

Andrew paused, looking puzzled. "Today? It's still about ten days until Renewal Day, so I can't think of what special day it would be!"

Victoria smiled. "Today is Kindling Night for us in the South. When I was little, my mentor would always celebrate it with me and my fellow apprentices at the training grounds. Come on, I want to take you to experience it too."

Andrew grinned. "Sounds great!"

In the Peck residence, several cars were already running. Flower arrangements, along with various offerings, were neatly arranged in colorful displays that looked absolutely beautiful.

Wealthy families always paid attention to details and honored traditional holidays.

Calvin approached them with a flattering smile. "Victoria, let's go. It's almost time!"

Victoria walked with Andrew, followed by Miles and Liliana.

Miles was reasonably polite