Commoners. That's what they labeled me. We may not be the richest, especially since we run a Ramen shop. Me and my mother. Oops, My mother and I. My dad had passed away years before, leaving behind just this ramen shop. It was my parents dream to own and run a successful business.

I realize that sounds cliche but it's the truth. My mom just wanted his dream to live on I guess.

My grades were academically high, even though I'm rather airy. Yeah, so I said a few stupid things here and there.. not my problem. Doesn't everybody? According to my mother it's not. I have to think before I speak. Yeah, like that'll happen.

You see, my mother is friends with a prestigious school owner. They've known each other their entire lives, and spend time here and there. That's the only time she really get's pampered. I must admit, having a rich friend is a bonus.

Yet every time she comes home she looks ridiculous! I talk to her about it, but she just brushes it aside.

Now, what happens next is something I literally did not expect. I know in the drama's, etc. But I didn't expect this at all! Of course you've guessed by now, but I'll go ahead and say it anyways.

I'm enrolled at my Mom's friends school. Yeah, a rich preppy place. The only way I can stay is if I keep my grades up, which isn't to hard.

My mom keeps on smiling like a doofus, holding up my school uniform. Though I feel as if theres something else behind this all. Something bigger...


First Day of School

"Dawn!" My mother cried out, holding up my uniform.

It had a white blouse with a yellow tie. There was a blue plaid skirt, and skin colored tights. Most girls wouldn't be wearing tights I'm guessing. From what I hear their all pretty much sluts. No doubt they also made their skirts shorter or something.

I groaned in annoyance, and stomp over.

"Dawn." she said sternly, pointing a finger.

I froze slightly. Whenever she did that, I was like a deer caught in head lights.

"Yes." I managed.

"Honey," her voice softened, as did her features. "Listen, we can't afford this school. Beth was kind enough to even allow you to come on a scholarship. I'd really appreciate it if you'd try."

I nodded, a smile forming on my face. I jumped a little in the air. "Yea!" I said, grinning from ear to ear.

I glanced at my watch. "But.." I sweatdropped. "It's only 5:43... School starts at 6:45.."

My mom grinned. "Yeah, I know.. but we need to make you lunch silly!"

"Can't I just buy it?" I asked, scratching my head.

"Nah. It's 5000 yen. Besides! Won't it be fun to make a lunch?" she asked happily.

"Sure." I shrugged, as my mom got up, setting down the crisp uniform.

"Come on honey, let's go make so ramen." she smiled, opening a door that led downstairs.

In order to save money, we made the upstairs into our living area and the downstairs our shop. It was better since we didn't have to pay for two different buildings.

I followed my mom downstairs and into the small, compact kitchen.

She stopped for a moment. "Hm. Actually.. Let's make a Bento lunch box for your first day." she smiles, shuffling in further.

I giddly followed her in. I loved make bento boxes.

She went over to the rice steamer, and scooped some into a bowl. She then grabbed the actual lunch box. She hurried over to the counter, and set it down.

I wait for a moment, until my hands can mold the rice. I start making them into triangle form.

"What fillings?" she asked, looking at me.

"The usual." I smiled, accidently crushing the Ongiri I was working on. I muttered a few obsene things, and my mother gave me a warning look.

I made 3 successful ongiri, and my mother started to fill them. I took some nori and wrapped it around once she was done. We placed them in the correct places.

After what seemed like an hour or so, we finished.

I licked a bit of rice off my finger, as my mother dragged me upstairs.

"Get dressed! Do you hair, make-up!" she cried urgently.

I nod, and get ready for the day to come..


I hope you liked it! Please review, mores coming your way!

For you who aren't very good with Japanese terms, I'll add them below :)

5000 yen= about 50 american dollars

A bento box is a traditional Japanese lunch container.

Origri is rice balls with fillings basically.

Nori is dried seaweed sheets