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Ava made her way to Jack's place, feeling a mix of nervousness and anticipation. She knocked on the door, and it swung open to reveal Liam, a whirlwind of excitement.

" Hi, Ava! You're here! " Liam exclaimed, bouncing on his toes.

" Hey, Liam! Ready for an awesome evening? " Ava grinned, stepping inside as Jack bid her a quick goodbye.

Liam nodded vigorously, already tugging Ava towards the living room. " Can we play superheroes? "

" Sure thing, champ! But first, how about we make some snacks? " Ava suggested, steering Liam toward the kitchen.

They concocted a snack platter filled with fruits, cheese cubes, and crackers, chatting about Liam's day at school and his favorite superhero powers. Liam's eyes sparkled with enthusiasm as he recounted tales of playground adventures.

With snacks in hand, they settled in the living room, donning makeshift capes and masks. Ava and Liam engaged in an epic imaginary battle against imaginary villains, complete with sound effects and dramatic poses.