The youngest wizard in twisted wonderland

Chapter 52: The Invitation!

Note: I DO NOT OWN TWISTED WONDERLAND: DISNEY!

Chapter 52: The Invitation!

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"Today's our first day of relaxation! Can you believe it, Lilith?!" exclaims Grim excitedly as we walk over to the cafeteria for breakfast on the bright Friday morning. Though I am in my uniform, I decide to leave my jacket in the dorm since it's our first day of rest. Nurse Hira has instructed me to take it easy while Grim and the other boys have been asked to keep an eye on me.

"Hey, guys! Glad you're here, Deuce and I were about to get you," greets Ace casually as they join our walk to the cafeteria on Main Street.

"How're your injuries or your head, by the way? Does it still hurt?" asks Deuce worriedly.

I flash him a smile and shake my head to ease his worry: "I'm fine, Deuce. Thanks, I just gotta take it easy for the next three days."

When we make it to the cafeteria, I take a glance at the breakfast menu:

Crispy waffle sticks in an NRC-printed paper cup with maple syrup dip

French toast set with a cup of warm milk

Eastern breakfast set with chawanmushi and two large rice balls containing ginger beef filling, and vegetable miso soup on the side

Western breakfast set with a buttery croissant, a strawberry tart, and a chocolate cream puff, along with an Italian hot chocolate and a glass of sparkling water

I chose the Eastern breakfast set since my favourite chawanmushi was in the menu today! Grim ordered the Eastern breakfast set with a side of crispy waffle sticks. Deuce got the French toast set, while Ace went for the Western set.

"Man! Grim and Lilith, you guys should've seen the reviews on the NRC magicam set on the exhibition game," gushes Ace, as he takes a big bite out of his croissant and wipes the flakes away from his lips.

"Yeah? Good things I hope. Did they capture my accidental shot on the field?" Grim asks, his eyes lowering.

Deuce nods and pauses as he takes a sip of his drink and swallows. The whole time, Grim is watching him with growing anxiety: "And?" Ace is chuckling to himself, deliberately not saying anything. He is having too much fun seeing Grim bouncing in suspense on the seat.

"Don't worry, Grim! Principal Crowley pulled some strings and got that shot removed from the live footage. As far as the world is concerned, it never happened," explains Deuce.

"Ahhh..." Grim relaxes, sighing in relief. He stuffs all the crispy waffle sticks into his mouth in one go, his cheeks looking all puffed up! I shake my head, taking my time to enjoy the final bite of my riceball before moving on to the chawanmushi.

"What's your plan today?" asks Ace with a tinge of envy. He is taking his time to work through the rich Italian hot chocolate, spooning the dark brown, viscous liquid into his mouth, licking his lips the whole time.

"Actually, I plan to invite Leona-senpai, Ruggie-senpai, and Jack for the sleepover tonight. After all, Principal Crowley says this is an opportunity for a fun socialisation session to wind down from the blot," I reply, while savouring the chawanmushi.

Ace perks up happily at the mention of the sleepover: "I'm cool with it! It's a nice change from our crazy fights and classes."

"We can help you and Grim pass on the sleepover invitation to the senpais in Heartslabyul for you. I'm not sure about Clover-senpai, since he's still recovering from his Magift injury," explains Deuce, while I wave my hand to dismiss the worry.