Mikoto was an orphan who grew up with his foster parents, Sashimoto and Kenimura. Early in the morning, he used to help his parents with the household chores. He used to fetch water from a nearby deep well to water their vegetables in the backyard. His parents owned a bakery where Shokupan was their best seller. After school, he helped in the bakery until he became a famous baker in town. Sashimoto and Kenimura were very proud of Mikoto. They believed that Mikoto was their lucky charm to progress in their business. In return, they gave him all the luxuries in life – a mansion, car, and even expensive jewelry pieces. After ten months, Mikoto seldom went to the bakery because he became addicted to gaming and liquor. He even sold his car.

the baker

Mikoto with a determined smile, carrying a bucket of water from the well with the sun rising behind him.

Every morning, Mikoto would wake up early to help his foster parents, Sashimoto and Kenimura. He would fetch water from the deep well to water their vegetables in the backyard. He loved seeing the plants grow and flourish under his care. After finishing his chores, he would head to school with a smile on his face, knowing he had helped his parents.

Mikoto's Morning Chores

Mikoto watching with an expression of fascination as his parents knead dough in the warmly lit bakery.

Sashimoto and Kenimura owned a bakery that was famous for its delicious Shokupan. Mikoto loved helping out at the bakery after school. He would carefully watch his parents knead the dough and bake the bread. The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the air, and customers would line up to buy their loaves. Mikoto felt proud to be a part of such a wonderful place.

The Bakery

Mikoto, now older, with a confident smile, holding a freshly baked loaf of bread in front of the popular bakery.

As Mikoto grew older, he dreamt of becoming a famous baker. He worked hard at the bakery, learning all the tricks of the trade from his parents. Eventually, his dream came true, and he became known as the best baker in town. Sashimoto and Kenimura were overjoyed and believed Mikoto was their lucky charm. They showered him with love and gifts, happy to see him succeed.

Mikoto's Dream

A dimly lit room with a computer and empty liquor bottles, Mikoto's silhouette reflecting a sense of neglect.

However, as time passed, Mikoto's priorities changed. He became addicted to gaming and liquor, neglecting his duties at the bakery. His once beloved dreams took a backseat to his new vices. He even sold his car, much to the disappointment of Sashimoto and Kenimura. They hoped that Mikoto would find his way back to the bakery and the dreams that once made him so happy.