Time seemed to fly, and before I knew it, Monday had arrived again.
The blaring of my alarm dragged me from sleep before dawn. Groggy and reluctant, I rubbed my eyes and shuffled toward the bathroom, splashing my face with icy water.
“Brrr! M-my goodness!” I hissed, shivering violently. “This is torture! I wish I could afford a heater in here!”
The water was unbearably cold, biting into my skin, and I hastened to finish my bath as quickly as possible. Pulling on a comfortable outfit, I grabbed a loaf of bread and smeared some jam over it. Just as I was about to take my first bite, I glanced at the clock and nearly panicked.
“Oh no! I’m going to be late!” I shouted, snatching my backpack from the corner near the door.
I had a morning shift at the café, and though Theo, the owner, was l
