Mik's heart raced as they helped Alex into a warm jacket. It was 9:40 PM, and they could barely contain their anticipation.

"Are you sure about this, Mik?" their mom asked, concern etched on her face. "Alex needs his rest."

"Please, Mom," Mik pleaded. "Just for a few minutes. I have a feeling something amazing is going to happen."

Their parents exchanged a look, then nodded reluctantly. "Alright, but only for a short while," their dad said.

The family stepped out onto the porch, the cool night air making Alex shiver slightly. Mik wrapped an arm around their brother, supporting him.

"So, what are we looking for?" Alex asked, his voice weak but curious.

Mik smiled mysteriously. "You'll see. Just keep watching the sky."

As the minutes ticked by, Mik could feel their parents growing restless. But at exactly 9:47 PM, it began.

The first streaks of color painted the sky, eliciting gasps from the entire family. Swirls of vibrant purples, greens, and blues danced across the heavens, more vivid and dynamic than any aurora they'd ever seen.

"Mik, what's happening?" Alex whispered, his eyes wide with wonder.

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Before Mik could answer, a melodious hum filled the air. It started softly, then grew in intensity, resonating deep within their chests. It was as if the cosmos itself had begun to sing.

Their parents stood speechless, mouths agape. Mik felt tears streaming down their face, overwhelmed by the beauty and the strange sense of rightness that washed over them.

As the celestial symphony reached its crescendo, Mik noticed something extraordinary. The plants in their mother's garden seemed to be swaying in rhythm with the music, despite the lack of wind. For a moment, Mik could have sworn they saw new buds forming and leaves unfurling in fast motion.

The event lasted for what felt like both an eternity and mere seconds. As the colors began to fade and the music softened, Mik turned to Alex expectantly, hoping to see some immediate change.

Alex's eyes were drooping, the excitement having drained what little energy he had. "That was amazing," he murmured sleepily. "But I'm really tired now."

Their mom stepped forward, concern replacing awe on her face. "Let's get you to bed, sweetie."

As their parents helped Alex inside, Mik lingered on the porch, their eyes still fixed on the sky. They pulled out their phone, fingers flying across the screen.

StarGazer101: Cayde, did you see that? It was incredible!

CelestialObserver: I did, Mik. The world is changing. Keep watching Alex closely.

StarGazer101: But he seems the same. Just tired.

CelestialObserver: Patience, Mik. Some changes take time to manifest. Trust me, things are going to get better.

As Mik finally headed to bed, their mind whirled with the events of the night. They couldn't shake the feeling that something monumental had just occurred, something that would change everything. But for now, all they could do was wait and hope that Cayde's promises of improvement would come true.