After confirming with each other about the things they needed to prepare, everyone left the association one by one, and Oman was no exception. He quickly returned to his apartment and immediately began cleaning to make the evening gathering more comfortable and enjoyable. First, he wiped the table in the living room, straightened the sofa, and made sure there were enough seats for everyone to rest and chat. The kitchen also underwent a thorough cleaning, ensuring that the stove and cabinets were neat and clean. The bathroom was no exception, as he replaced the hand soap and put out clean towels.
After finishing these tasks, Oman suddenly remembered an important detail. Although his home bar was great, it lacked enough cups and utensils for everyone to use. So, he decided to go to a nearby supermarket to buy some paper cups and disposable utensils. He quickly made a shopping list, including paper cups, utensils, some snacks, and drinks, to ensure that nothing would be missing for the evening gathering.
Oman quickly picked out the items he needed in the supermarket, buying various flavors of potato chips, nuts, and snacks, as well as various drinks, including fruit juice and soda. He also specifically selected some delicate decorations, such as colorful napkins and tablecloths, to enhance the atmosphere of the gathering.
After completing his shopping, Oman returned to the apartment with full shopping bags and began to neatly arrange the food and drinks. He laid the tablecloth on the bar and the tables in the living room, set up paper cups and tableware, ensuring that everything was ready.
Looking at the well-decorated apartment, Oman felt a sense of satisfaction. He knew that it would be a memorable night, not only because it was a celebration of his joining the expedition team, but also because he would be spending quality time with his companions.
As Oman surveyed the tidy room, an indescribable sense of emptiness gradually emerged. The room seemed perfectly prepared, yet it felt like something was missing. Various possibilities circled in his mind, but he couldn't pinpoint what that missing piece was. Walking lightly around the room, each step echoed in the quiet, resembling a deep drumbeat. The muffled voices of neighbors next door seeped through the walls, like distant bass rhythms. Moving gently in the living room, his footsteps reverberated in the silent space, as if reminding him that something was still incomplete. His eyes wandered around the room, trying to identify where that sense of absence was coming from. His gaze swept over the tidy tabletop, the prepared food and drinks, everything seemed in order, yet something still felt amiss.
At that moment, he realized - the absence of music. While the tranquility in the room was relaxing, it seemed too quiet and monotonous for the upcoming party. Music could add vitality and atmosphere to the whole night, helping people to immerse themselves more into the party mood.
Thinking about this, Oman quickly took action. He walked into his room, took out a small Bluetooth speaker from the drawer, and carefully placed it on the table in the middle of the living room. Then, he took out his phone from his pocket and quickly connected it via Bluetooth, ensuring that the speaker could play music properly.
After connecting, Oman browsed through the music playlist on his phone, looking for suitable genres and playlists to match the atmosphere of tonight. He selected some upbeat music, hoping to help everyone relax and enjoy themselves at the gathering.
As the music played, the room immediately became lively. The lively melodies flowed through the space, bringing a sense of joy and anticipation. Oman watched it all and couldn't help but smile with satisfaction. With the company of music, tonight's party would be even more perfect. Satisfied with adjusting the volume, Oman sat on the couch, quietly listening to the music, waiting for his friends to arrive.
Before long, Oman's apartment became lively. Max was the first guest to arrive, and his presence immediately added energy to the party. The red wine and beer brought by Max caught Oman's attention, and he jokingly said, "Wow, it looks like we won't run out of drinks tonight!" Max responded with a cheerful smile, mentioning that there was even more alcohol in the next room, so there was no need to worry about running out.
As they chatted, Anna and Carlos also arrived. Anna brought a basket of fresh and colorful fruits, which looked very tempting, while Carlos brought playing cards and some board games, adding more entertainment options to the evening gathering.
Oman welcomed them and thanked them for their contributions to the party. He quickly helped arrange the fruits and placed the alcohol in the appropriate location. The music continued to play softly in the background, adding a pleasant atmosphere to the entire space.
Anna and Carlos started setting up board games and chatting excitedly about the upcoming trip to Egypt. They discussed their thoughts and plans for the adventure while also talking about everyday matters. As the party continued, Oman's apartment was filled with a joyful and relaxed atmosphere.
Before long, Yuki and Tony also arrived at the apartment in Oman. Yuki brought some Japanese snacks, including exquisite sushi and tempura, while Tony brought his homemade smoked meat sandwich, which was rich in flavor. Their arrival immediately caught everyone's attention, especially the Japanese cuisine brought by Yuki, which surprised everyone.
Tony placed his smoked meat sandwich on the table and jokingly said to Yuki, "Look, this is what a real sandwich looks like. You should try it, it's definitely better than yours." Yuki pretended to be angry and responded, "Oh, we'll see about that. Next time, I'll definitely make an even better one!" Everyone laughed.
Yūichi began to talk about how he carefully prepared these Japanese dishes and shared some knowledge about Japanese cuisine with everyone. His storytelling not only broadened everyone's horizons but also increased their anticipation for these delicacies.
As time passed, everyone began to gather around to enjoy the food and play the board games brought by Carlos. Laughter and cheers filled the air as everyone became fully immersed in this delightful evening. This gathering not only brought the members of the Oman Exploration Team closer but also made Yūichi feel the warmth and support of this new family.
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