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Sister Princess: Two Years Later…
Chapter One - Breakfast
Wataru lay in his bed one sunny Friday morning. Many thoughts were going through his head as he contemplated the past three years in the Welcome House. So many wonderful things have happened to him in these last three years. Wataru was a lonely person, never having any siblings growing up. He also had very few friends. He reflected on how his twelve sisters and Mami came into his life, brightening his bleak outlook. Wataru was so blessed to have sp many wonderful people by his side, comforting him when he was down, and being there for him when he needed them the most. A warm smile crept across his face as he thought about these things, and then it hi him…It was the last day of high school! Karen, Mami, and Wataru would all be graduating today! It seemed like only yesterday when Karen was offering a compassionate hand of assistance to a drenched Wataru that first day on Promised Island. He thought back warmly to the words from his dear sister's lips, "I think you look better…without your glasses!" As he rose from his bed, he thought, Wow, it's all over today. I'm graduating from high school. He contemplated about the future as he got dressed, and he then went downstairs to eat breakfast.
As he descended the steps, the thirteen happy girls shouted in unison, "Good morning, dear brother; congratulations on your graduation!" Wataru stopped halfway down the staircase, and was overcome with humility. He humbly responded, "Thank you all so much." Continuing to make his way downstairs, Shirayuki popped into view, and exclaimed cheerfully, "Congratulations to you, Elder Brother! For today's graduation breakfast, I have prepared fluffy Belgian Waffles with a tangy strawberry compote and fresh whipped cream, and fresh-ground, whole-bean, French-roast coffee with a splash of sweet milk! I hope you enjoy it, Elder Brother!" With that, everyone made their way into the dining room, and admired the exquisitely set table, and the fourteen dishes of the wonderful strawberry waffles were spectacular! Shirayuki had become quite the chef. "Oh, Shirayuki, this is just beautiful! Thank you so much," Wataru exclaimed. Everyone sat at their spot at the table and began the delicious meal. With a little bit of anxiety, Shirayuki stared into Wataru's eyes, waiting for his reaction to her latest creation. "So, Elder Brother, how is it?" Shirayuki asked with an inquisitive tone. Savoring the sweetness of the waffle for a bit, Wataru swallowed the first bite and let the aftertaste of the strawberries linger in his mouth for a bit. With a big smile on his face, Wataru looked at Shirayuki, and said, Wow, Shirayuki! This is by far your best breakfast yet! Thank you so much!" With sparkles in her eyes, Shirayuki responded, no, thank you, Elder Brother; I made them just for you!" Various conversations ensued as everyone enjoyed breakfast. Wataru caught a glimpse across the table at Mami, who quickly turned away, a little embarrassed at the situation. She smiled, and felt her face become warm as her cheeks blushed. Wataru thought, "What was that all of a sudden? My heart just skipped a beat watching Mami blush." His face was a little flushed, and Kaho asked him, "Are you okay, Brother?" Sheepishly, Wataru responded, "Yeah, Kaho, I'm fine; I was just thinking about graduation a little, I guess." "Congratulations, Brother," said Kaho enthusiastically. "Thanks, Kaho," said Wataru.