The standing ovation for Matilda gradually softened, leaving the auditorium buzzing with excitement and admiration. Even as the echoes of applause faded, the energy remained palpable, a charged anticipation that lingered in every corner of the room.From the cluster of students near the front, Lena Brooks rose quietly but decisively. Unlike Matilda’s poised intensity or Jackson’s earnest charm, Lena carried a grounded confidence, tempered by years of dedication and a deep curiosity that had always set her apart. Her path had been unconventional—once caught between the shadows of her family legacy and her own ambitions—but space had leveled everything. Here, she was no one’s heir, no one’s rival—just a scientist, an explorer, and a member of the Mars mission team.She moved forward deliberately, her steps measured against the polished floor, the soft clicks of her shoes cutting through the residual hum of applause. Students watched closely, leaning slightly forward as Lena approached

As the applause for Chancellor Jaden Raymond subsided, a renewed energy coursed through the auditorium. The students were still buzzing, murmuring excitedly among themselves, their eyes flicking between the Parker family and Lena Brooks. The holographic dragons and Mars rovers hovered overhead like loyal companions, frozen in midair, waiting for the next chapter of inspiration to unfold.From the sides of the stage, figures began to step forward—Dragon University’s respected lecturers and course leaders. Each carried an aura of intellect, authority, and curiosity honed over decades of research and teaching. They approached the podium one by one, shaking hands with Jack, Sarah, Matilda, Jackson, and Lena, each offering words of recognition, congratulations, and personal reflections on the Mars mission.Dr. Elara Chen, head of the planetary sciences department, stepped forward first. Her eyes sparkled with admiration as she extended her hand to Lena. “Lena, your work on environment

The cheers and holographic displays of the Hanging City gradually faded behind them as Jack Parker, Sarah, Matilda, Jackson, and Lena Brooks climbed into their transport. The streets shimmered beneath the late afternoon sun, reflecting the city’s energy and the excitement that had followed them from Dragon University. Even as the vehicle hummed along the suspended thoroughfares, the family remained enveloped in the sense of accomplishment and awe that had defined the day.After winding through the city’s elevated avenues, the transport finally approached the Parker family’s residence—the Dragon Home—perched atop the tallest terrace in the Hanging City. Its sleek architecture blended modern elegance with functional security: glass panels reinforced with adaptive alloys, balconies extending outward like wings, and soft luminescent lines tracing the edges of the structure. It was a home designed to reflect both Jack’s taste and the needs of a family who valued innovation and safety.S

The holographic projection of Stellar Frontiers: Nemesis Protocol filled the living room with brilliant, swirling colors—nebulae glowing, starships gliding through alien atmospheres, and lasers streaking across vast cosmic battles. The Parker family remained glued to the DragonTech TV, sprawled comfortably across the sectional sofa, their earlier celebration of Harmonfield now distilled into a quiet, shared moment of enjoyment. DragonBot stood a short distance behind them, sensors flickering in rhythm with the cinematic action.Jackson leaned forward, pointing at the screen. “Look at that! The captain executed a perfect slingshot maneuver around the gas giant. That’s exactly like orbital mechanics!”Matilda laughed, nudging him gently. “Jackson, you do realize this is fiction, right? But… yeah, they actually got the physics surprisingly accurate for once.”Lena Brooks tilted her head thoughtfully, scanning the projection with an analytical eye. “The energy shields are exaggerated, b

Jack’s words lingered in the air, warm and steady, like the hum of the Dragon Home itself. For a moment, no one spoke. The family simply sat there, soaking in the quiet satisfaction that followed a shared meal and shared laughter. Then Jackson broke the silence, bouncing slightly in his chair. “So… are we actually going out today? Because you said something about the Hanging City earlier, and I’ve been waiting since breakfast.” Sarah smiled, already knowing where this was going. “You never forget plans that involve crowds and attention, do you?” Jack chuckled as he stood. “He’s right, though. We promised the people of Redmond we’d come by once we were back from Mars. They’ve been waiting.” Matilda’s eyes lit up. “The Hanging City at Redmond? The one with the sky bridges and floating platforms?” “The very one,” Jack replied. “They watched our launch. They watched our return. For them, this wasn’t just a mission—it was hope.” DragonBot’s sensors adjusted instantly. “Observation: p