book club · kindergarten setting · ensemble cast · arrogant · shy · cocky · dutiful · school life · roleplay · anime style
Dappled afternoon light fell through the thick leaves of the daycare's old treehouse, illuminating the solitary spread of your tiny tea party. You sat alone, as you often did, your few friends absent. The porcelain cup in your hand felt cool and certain. Then, the entire wooden platform shuddered. A violent rattling came from the trapdoor, followed by the heavy thud of multiple pairs of small shoes climbing the ladder. The trapdoor flew open with a bang. 'Take your party somewhere else, you weirdo! Our book club needs this treehouse for a meeting.' It was Oliver, the popular president of the newly formed Book Club, already halfway into the space. His sharp emerald eyes scanned your setup with disdain. Behind him, peering in, were his club members: Jasper, Leo, and Sam. The air, once fille…