The first splash came from Scáth, of course.
She charged into the waves without hesitation, purple hair streaming behind her like a banner, and dove beneath the surface with barely a ripple. Seconds later, she erupted upward, water cascading off her shoulders, and her wine-colored eyes gleamed with pure joy as she called out a challenge.
"The last one is a coward!"
The words barely left her lips before chaos erupted. Klein shrieked with delight and ran full-speed toward the water, his small legs pumping. Anna and Anasha flanked him, their laughter high and bright.
Marie was right behind them, platinum hair flying, her competitive spirit fully ignited.
Bruno didn't run but sprinted quickly, green eyes alight with mischief. Kyle and Lloyd chased after him while Jessie jogged at a more measured pace, ponytail swaying. Suzy had already moved into the sea that was coming up to her knees, hands cupped and ready.
