Prelude to Oblivion

A bunch of young people were sitting around, chatting and having a good time. They'd just finished playing Truth or Dare at the dining table, but Dominic wasn't interested. He was hanging out on the couch with a few others.

Everyone had already given their gifts, and Declan, the birthday boy, was busy trying to impress Daphne.

Daphne was the center of attention at the table, like the moon surround