"Good morning…" I said sleepily while rubbing my eyes.
"Good morning, Ichigo-chan!" my Sweets Sprit, Vanilla, cheered.
"Ahh?" I see a note next to my nightstand.
Ichigo, today was my day to do supply duty. Please wake up early so Sensei doesn't yell at you. Do your best today!
Rumi-chan
Oh Rumi-chan, I know I'm not that lat-
"Ichigo-chan, Ichigo-chan! It's past 8am!" Vanilla shouted as she interrupted my thoughts.
I look at my digital clock as the numbers read 8:20. I practically jumped out of my bed and dashed to the bathroom to dress up.
"Vanilla, why didn't you wake me up earlier?" I complained, while dashing through the long hallway.
"Ne, Ichigo, I'm not your alarm clock!" Vanilla frantically stated.
I was about to complain when I missed a step on the wooden stairs and tripped to the floor, knee-first.
"Ouch…" I whispered softly as I touch my freshly bruised knee.
"Ichigo, are you okay?" Vanilla asked with a concerned look on her face.
"I'm okay," I said while stretching down my skirt past my minor injury. Although Vanilla doesn't seem to agree, she just nods and continues to follow me.
As I finally made it to the empty classroom, I-
Ehh? Empty? Did I miss something?
"Ehh? Where are all the students?" I exclaimed. I glance at Vanilla and she looks as surprised as me.
Frantic, I look around to find someone to tell me what is going on.
Luckily, I find Sanae-sensei wandering around. I quickly walk up to her and tap her shoulder.
"Oh! Good morning, Ichigo-chan! Why are you up so early?" asked Sanae-sensei.
"Sensei, where are all the students? It's past class time." I asked, pointing at the classroom.
"Ichigo-chan…" she said. "Today is Saturday!" she said happily.
I nearly fainted when I collected what she said.
Then I realized. . .
Flashback
"Ichigo!" shouted Rumi, one of my best friends.
"Yes, Rumi-chan?" I asked while smiling at her.
"Remember to throw out that note I left on your nightstand yesterday morning! Okay? Don't forget! I'm going to America for a little vacation, you know that already." Rumi said, as she zipped up her last suitcase.
"Yes, Rumi-chan! I promise I won't forget! And bring me souvenirs!"
End of Flashback
Well, it looks like I broke that promise.
"Ehehe… thanks for telling me.. I'm sorry for bothering you." I said apologetically.
"No problem, Ichigo-chan!" she exclaimed happily as she continued to go wherever.
I sighed heavily. I can't believe I forgot to throw away that note.
Hmm..I guess I can make breakfast for me and Vanilla..
Making use of the empty kitchen, I put on my apron and such and said to my Sweets Spirit, "Let's make breakfast, ne?" turning the situation into a positive one.
Vanilla smiled and flew to my side, helping me as I retrieve necessary ingredients and pans.
Growwwwwwwwwwwll
Heh.. Breakfast time.
As I reach out some eggs, Vanilla told me she had an idea. "Ichigo! Why don't we take a breakfast picnic under the Sakura trees?" she asked.
"That's a GREAT idea, Vanilla!" I said, excited.
I began making bentos for me, and three certain Sweet Princes. I think it's time I paid my friends a visit.
