I was in the midst of a peculiar dream, running through the fields of Hyrule, trying to escape... something. I couldn't quite make out what it was, but it was fast, and it was gaining on me. Suddenly, in the dream, I heard a loud "RING RING RING," and I jumped in shock. But then, reality hit me – it was just my alarm clock.
The sound of the alarm was a brutal wake-up call, and I realized with a jolt that it was my third snooze alarm. Panic set in, and I sprang from bed, nearly tripping over my own feet. I couldn't afford to be late again.
I rushed to get dressed, grabbing my school uniform (a white undershirt, a blue hoodie, and black pants). As I pulled on my clothes, I couldn't help but feel the urgency of the situation. I needed to make it to school on time.
However, when I slung my backpack over my shoulder, something felt off. It wasn't as heavy as it should be. A sense of dread crept over me. Desperation filled my voice as I sprinted to my little sister Aryll's room. "Aryll, give me my homework right now! This is the third time!"
Aryll, with her mischievous grin, seemed unfazed. "You'll be sleeping forever, Big Brother!" she teased.
I couldn't waste a moment arguing. "Now!" I urged. She crawled under her bed, her giggles trailing behind her. "You're always so grumpy, Link," she quipped, but handed over my homework.
With my homework in hand, I raced downstairs. I didn't have any parents, but my uncle was sitting by the fireplace, and he looked up as I hurried past him. He gave me a stern look. "Don't yell at your little sister, Link."
I muttered a quick apology, "She deserves a spanking - that's what Mom would have said." And then I was out the door, yelling a hasty "Bye, uncle!" before slamming the door behind me.
I had no time to waste. I sprinted to the garage to grab my bike. Every second counted on this day. To be continued...