Book 6: Chapter 10: December 24th (Thursday) – Ayase Saki
Once the end-of-term ceremony ended, I headed out to buy the ingredients Mom had asked me to get (which were vegetables and various seasonings) and headed right home. Tonight, we’re having a combined birthday and Christmas party at home. Mom took the day off and said she’d be cooking for today, so I wanted to get home as quickly as possible to help her. Upon arriving, I opened the front door that I had completely gotten used to by this point. I said “I’m home” and took off my outdoor shoes.
“Welcome back. You’re quicker than I thought.” Mom was already standing in the kitchen.
Even though it was only slightly past noon.
“Let me help.”
“Oh, my. I’m perfectly fine on my own, so why not get some rest?”
There’s no way I can let her handle all the work—but I can’t say that.
“I’m fine, I’m not tired. Also, here.”
I placed the plastic bag of groceries on the dining table.
“Thanks.”