The piercing sound of the alarm shattered the silence of Mahiru's cozy room, jolting her awake. She scolded herself, "Oh no, I overslept! How could I forget? I need to be more responsible."
With a sense of urgency, she leaped out of bed, swiftly slipping into her school uniform and grabbing her bag. Moments later, she emerged from her room, a picture of haste.
"Mahiru?" her mother's voice rang out from the kitchen. Mahiru hurriedly made her way there, finding breakfast already prepared. Without a moment's delay, she seated herself at the table and began to eat, quickly devouring her meal.
"Mahiru, take your time," her mom advised gently. "You still have a few moments before school."
"Mom, I actually have an interview first," Mahiru responded, her tone determined. "I'll head there before school."
"I hope you secure the job," her mother expressed with palpable concern. "The bills and rent have been weighing heavily on my mind."
