It was 3:00 pm Wednesday, which signified today was Ursa's weekly tea party. Her best friends Sakiko and Xiaoying would be there. So would their good friends, Yang, Kishi, Rei, and Saura. These weekly tea parties were the only times they could escape their hectic lives and take pleasure in each other company.

After all, Xiaoying was a prominent culinarian and fashion designer. In contrast, darling Sakiko supervised various charities and was a part-time model for Xiaoying. Their other friends each had their own commercial enterprise to operate. Yang had her holistic healthcare facility, while Kishi had her jewelry store. Rei had her spa, and Saura remained a celebrated vocalist.

"I'm so thrilled to see you all! It's been so atrocious the last few days!" Ursa exclaimed cheerfully, hugging each of her friends in turn. Each woman returned the hug declaring it had been too long since they'd seen each other. Then, as the ladies gathered around the screened-in sundeck to enjoy their tea, they merrily gossiped.

"I agree with Ursa. It seems like forever since we've seen each other. So what did you bring for the children this time?" questioned Xiaoying respectfully. Everyone paused for a moment to consider their answer before answering.

"Well, Rei and I've brought our mid-season line designs and products that we developed for your impending fashion show," answered Kishi as she opened her unique case.

"I've crafted your upcoming fashion show the following accessories," laying out several velvet boxes with a uniquely complete set. Everyone was blown away by Kishi's mastery when it came to jewelry. Once again, she'd provided Xiaoying with dazzling bling for her outfits.

One set was a pink tourmaline cat necklace, bracelet, and earrings. Another was a garnet turtle anklet and charm bracelet. The next one was morganite dragon earrings, necklaces, and bangles. The final pieces were a pink diamond tiara headband, choker, and earrings of dragonflies.

"I've designed specialized tailored perfumes. Each to go with your unique body chemistry. So it's of a kind scent to go with each of you," Rei informed them as she laid out the scents. Red lilac, fire flowers, fire lilies, sunflowers, pansy, and lavender. She even formulated beauty products for hair and skin care.

"You two are certainly geniuses in supporting Xiaoying with her fashion line. I'm working on a new song for my latest album. Does anyone care to hear what I've got so far?" Saura asked to which everyone nodded. So clearing her throat, she began to sing them a powerful and soulful ballad.

"Where have the stars gone?

Dark is the land.

How can I find my way home?

Home is a smoldering ruin,

Lost to the fire.

I feel so alone,

My family promised they'd be there,
Whenever I needed them,
Whenever I'd call a name,
No one is there.

I'm trying to hold on,
Just waiting to hear a voice.
One word, just a word will do,
To end this nightmare.

When will the dawn break?

Oh, endless night.

Sleepless, I dream of the day,
When you were by my side,
Guiding my path.

I can't find the way,
my family promised they'd be there,
Whenever I needed them,
Whenever I'd call a name,
No one is there.

I'm trying to hold on,
Just waiting to hear a voice,
One word, just a word will do,
To end this nightmare.

I know the nightmare must end,
And the sun will rise,
And the sun will rise.

I know, yes,
I know the sun will rise.

Yes, I know, I know,
The clouds must clear.

I know the nightmare must end,
And the sun will rise,
And the sun will rise.

I know, yes,
I know the sun will rise.
Yes, I know, I know,

The clouds must clear.
I know this nightmare must end,
I know the sun will rise,
And I'll hear your voice deep inside.

I know this nightmare must end,
And the clouds must clear,
The sun,
The sun will rise.
The sun,
The sun will rise!"

"Hmm, I'm quite happy you're doing well. So you are doing well, correct, Yang?" Ursa questioned her beloved friend, who nodded. She was sipping her delicious afternoon tea for a moment. Then, finally, she set it down before answering Ursa's question. "

My medical institution has gotten several brand-new patients. You wouldn't believe how badly multiple individuals require acupuncture for back problems. Or seek my help, whether its Fung Shui or marriage counseling.

In the last four months alone? I've rearranged seventeen newly married couples' residences, so they have the proper energy flow to guarantee good fortune in their marriage."

"Well, you've done a spectacular job within all our dwellings regarding Fung Shui. I hope you can fix it when they get done with our apartment. They're going to devastate the energy flow with all this demolition!" proclaimed Sakiko angrily.

"Do not fret, Sakiko. I shall ensure your home has the correct flow once again. Now I get the nagging feeling I forget something," Yang replied. Glancing around the table, it seemed everyone felt they had forgotten something significant.

"You're forgetting it's my thirty-seventh birthday today," chuckled Ursa. Everyone faced palmed that they'd forgotten such an important date. The attractive woman only smiled warmly before saying.

"I don't blame any of you for forgetting. We've all been so damn busy the last few months. We're fortunate our heads are still attached to our bodies with how many directions we've been pulled in," Ursa reassured her friends.

"Is there anything we can do to make up for not remembering your birthday?" inquired Yang, to which Ursa smiled more brilliantly.

"I need nothing more from any of you then being in your company. Just having my friends around me even one day of the week is the best gift I could ask for. You are welcome to stay for the cake my children are baking for tonight. I hope you'll at least stay for that." They all agreed they would and enjoyed the rest of their tea party. Then some delicious chocolate strawberry cake later that evening. A perfect day in every way.

My friend Sam tweaked the lyrics to Endless Night.

Sakiko- Ming-Na Wen- Mulan

Xiaoying- Lucy Liu- Silvermist Tinkerbell movies

Healer Yang- Nia Vardalos- Goddess Selena DuckTales 2017

Rei- Catherine Tate- Magica De Spell- DuckTales 2017

Saura- Paget Brewster – Della Duck- DuckTales 2017

Kishi- Julie Bowen- Queen Arianna- Rapunzel's Tangled Adventures

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