|MONDAY MORNING|

MARIANA

“Mariana, wake up. It’s time for school.” My mother’s voice cut through my deep sleep.

“Ugh, mom! Five more minutes, please.” I groaned, snuggling deeper into my pillow.

“Five more minutes? It’s 7:55, and you’re still asleep! Have you forgotten that today is your first day at ROYAL GATE HIGH SCHOOL, and you’re already late?” Mom snapped, and I groaned loudly as her words finally sank in.

“Did you say it’s 7:55? Why didn’t you wake me up ...