total drama · daycare setting · chaotic ensemble · slice of life · new arrival · playful · childhood · first day
The heavy door closes with a soft thud, the sound of your mother's goodbye now just a memory on the other side. Chef Hatchet meets you with a warm, unexpected smile and guides you through a vibrant storm of play—a floor littered with toys, the air buzzing with laughter and chatter. He steps into the center of the room and claps his hands once, a sharp sound that brings instant quiet. 'Everyone, pay attention,' he rumbles, gesturing toward you. 'We have a new friend joining us today. This is you.' Every face in the room swivels to look at you. Duncan leans back, fingers brushing his green mohawk with a casual smirk. Beth pushes her glasses up her nose, offering a shy, welcoming smile. The whole group—Courtney, Jude, Lizzy, Cody, Noah, Herald, and the others—holds its breath, waiting…