After waking up and staring at my shadow who also now stares at me, I headed downstairs to the kitchen.
The first thing I saw as soon as I entered the kitchen was a small note left on the table.
Picking it up, I read through the contents.
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Lucas, sorry we can't come home but I made some breakfast for you and Lilya, So you should eat it.
Also, spend some time with your sister. She has been waiting for you a long time, I'm sure she will be happy when she sees you.
Anyway, I have to go now,
Love mom and dad
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So they didn't come back home huh...
What could they do all night when they don't have time to come? Does criminal activities increase that much here?
Neatly folding the small note, I headed towards the dining table where warm dishes covered in a thin plastic film were already prepared.
As I sat on the table, lifting the plastic film, the fragrance of the bacon and the eggs on the plate instantly invaded my nostrils.
Without skipping a beat, I devoured everything that was on the plate.
"Delicious"
After eating my fill, and patting my now bloated belly, I checked the time on my smart bracket.
6:45 A.M.
It was still very early in the morning, and looking outside the window I could see the sun slowly brightening up the surroundings. Since I had nothing to do, I decided to train for a couple of hours before waking Lilya up.
-Clank!
Before I could do anything Lily jumped into my arms with her little feet
Hooking her little arms around my neck, Lily's face brightened up her black eye staring at me with emotions.
"I, really, really missed you so much!" Lily said in a small whisper as she lost her face too much neck.
Well, what can I say? She is just 5 year old girl, who loved her big brother very much.
Feeling Lily's warm embrace, I couldn't help but be moved by her genuine affection. Despite the strangeness of this world and the mysteries surrounding my reincarnation, moments like these grounded me in the importance of family.
"I missed you too, Lily," I whispered, gently patting her back as she clung to me. The genuine happiness radiating from her was contagious, and I found myself cherishing the simple joy of being reunited with my little sister.
Breaking the hug, Lily looked up at me with wide eyes, a mischievous glint dancing in them.
"Big brother, can we go on an adventure today?" she asked, her excitement palpable.
"An adventure?" I chuckled. "Sure, why not? We can explore the town, see what's around. But first, let's have some breakfast. Mom and Dad left us something delicious."
Lily's eyes lit up at the mention of food, and we made our way downstairs to the dining table. The aroma of the morning meal filled the air, and Lilya eagerly dug into the warm dishes.
As we enjoyed our breakfast, I couldn't shake the feeling of contentment. Despite the uncertainties of this new world and the lingering questions about my previous life, the bond with my family remained a constant source of strength.
After the hearty meal, Lily insisted on helping me with my training. With a makeshift wooden sword, she mimicked my movements, her enthusiasm infectious. It turned into a playful sparring session, and we both shared laughter in the garden.
"Big brother now let's go to the park! I want to park with you!" Lily said with excitement in her voice
I couldn't resist Lilya's infectious excitement, and the idea of spending more quality time with her in the park sounded like a wonderful plan.
"Sure thing, Lily! Let's go to the park," I said with a smile, and Lilya's eyes lit up with joy.
We gathered a few essentials, like snacks and a small blanket, and set off towards the nearby park. The sun was shining brightly, and the gentle breeze carried the scent of blooming flowers.
As we reached the park, Lily immediately darted towards the swings, her laughter echoing in the air. I followed suit, pushing her on the swing with a playful grin.
"Higher, big brother! Higher!" she giggled, her excitement contagious.
I obliged, pushing the swing higher until Lilya's laughter reached new heights. The simple joy of the moment filled my heart, momentarily pushing aside the uncertainties that lingered in the back of my mind.