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Rise and Shine, Your Highness

At an unheard of hour for most students, Claude has left his bedroom to start his usual morning routine...

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Isuka

Morning, Claude. You're up early.

Claude

Well, I prefer to start my mornings with coffee and a bit of reading, a habit that's hard to give up, even on holiday.

Hismena, are you feeling alright? You look a bit tired.

Hismena

A bunch of us stayed up late playing a game and lost track of time... *yawn* I didn't get much sleep at all.

Claude

Oh? That's hardly the best way to start the day.

As it happens, I was just about to do my morning Kelisthenics.

Would you two care to join me? They're excellent for the body.

You have everything from light exercises to clear the mind, to more challenging ones that build strength.

And you have the freedom to choose what suits you best! There's Kelisthenics for every fitness level!

Why, my arms feel remarkably light! It must be all this fresh air!

Isuka

I think your outfit might have something to do with that.

Anyway, I think we'll pass, but we're about to get some breakfast if you'd like to join us.

Claude

Is it time for breakfast already? I must've gotten wrapped up in my book.

Hismena

That's likely the fresh air as well. Not a bad thing, really, we don't have anywhere urgent to be, after all.

Claude

You may not, but I need to prepare breakfast for the other students before they wake up.

Isuka

You're making them breakfast?

Claude

A dorm tradition, if you will. Everyone helps out with the chores, and today, it's my turn.

Being at a resort, I thought I would try my hand making breakfast with local ingredients.

I've looked into several recipes, but I need to confirm what I have and pick up anything I'm missing.

Hismena

You don't need to bother with that. There's a breakfast buffet available for all the students.

Claude

I'm...not expected to cook...?

Isuka

Claude? Are you okay?

Claude

Yes... I'm simply relishing this joyful moment...

Hismena

It's just breakfast...

Claude

You say that, but are you aware of how difficult it is to prepare breakfast for all the students in the dorm each morning?

Yet here you are, assuring me it has all been handled...

Hismena

True, I don't understand how much of a burden it is, but...

Claude

And cooking for the students in the dorm is challenging enough, let alone preparing meals for an entire school.

I must commend the chef. Please summon the chef at once!

Hismena

Maybe after we eat.

Claude

Still, is it okay to be so relaxed? If I don't cook at all while I'm here, it might be difficult when I return.

Isuka

Just sit back and enjoy yourself.

Trust me, you have enough self-control to stay on track after a few days off.

Claude

Do I...? I suppose I might... No, I surely do.

Hismena

So, ready to go then? I want to beat the rush so I can decide what to eat in peace.

Isuka

I wonder if they'll have any jam. I love having my tea with a little bit of jam.

I prefer berry-based jams, but marmalade might be a nice change of pace. Although...

Will you be having any jam?

Hismena

No, I like my tea black.

Claude

I also prefer mine straight.

Isuka

Oh, alright... You're missing out, you know...

Claude

Well, it is a vacation. Perhaps it would be worthwhile to try something new.

Hismena

You know, you're right. Do you have any recommendations?

Isuka

Of course! Berry jams are pretty standard, but I think you'd enjoy the rose jam, Hismena.

And for you, Claude, I'd recommend the marmalade. It gives the tea a nice, refreshing taste that I think you'd really like!