I Want Waffles

You are confused and irritated as a loud sound yanks you out of a world made of maple syrup rivers, strawberry canoes and waffle hills. (text-style: "Fade-In-Out")[(text-colour:green)[6:05 a.m.]] Your alarm clock as relentlessly calling for attention. [[Five More Minutes|6:10]] [[Wake Up, now]]

You stretch in bed, slothingly seating on its edge and turn off the time-keeping crybox. + "(text-colour:cyan)[I could really use some waffles right about now]" your ~~partner~~ roomate says lovingly behind you. - "[[Me too, honey|Me too]]" - "[[Did you dream of waffles too?|Dream]]"

(text-style: "Fade-In-Out")[(text-colour:green)[6:10 a.m.]] The deafening scritch coming from your night stand starts anew unbothered by your previous attempt to go back to the sweet dream of syrup, berries and waffles. [[Five More Minutes|6:15]] [[Wake Up, now]]

(text-style: "Fade-In-Out")[(text-colour:green)[6:15 a.m.]] You have lied to yourself again. It is never only "five minutes more". The tireless and vigilant guarding next to you resumes its piercing song but this time... It comes with an equally piercing elbow to your ribs. + "(text-colour:cyan)[Shut that thing off!]" - "(text-colour:orange)[I'm awake, I'm awake]" you yawningly say as you rub your ribs in pain. [[Wake Up, now]]

The bed releases you from its cloudy grasp and you are free to roam your one bedroom flat. [[Leave the bedroom|Apartment Hub]]

+ "(text-colour:cyan)[What?]" their voice peaks more confused than asleep. "(text-colour:cyan)[Did you?]" - Hesitantly, "(text-colour:orange)[... and strawberry canoes sailing on maple syrup rivers]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[How is that....? What?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[It was a gaint strawberry carved into a canoe. Syrup is quite viscous, I'm sure buoyancy is not an issue.]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[Buoyancy...]" A hint of irony peppers their voice "(text-colour:cyan)[... right, and where are the waffles in all this?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[They're next to each other forming fields and hills as far as the eye can see.]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[I guess that's better than the time you dreamt aliens were shooting down the bridge]" - "[[Yeah, I'll let you know once breakfast's ready|Me too]]"

You take a couple of steps and see your new apartment. Boxes still packed from the move are dotted around the floor making it feel smaller than it already is. On one end, your room, your washroom and [[front door]]. The kitchen is a hall with a set of [[cabinets]] and [[shelves]] on a wall on top of the sink. The (if:(history: where its name contains "counter top")'s length >= 1)[ [[counter top]]](else:)[counter top] and oven are next to the [[fridge]], a [[note]] hangs from it. At the other end is a nook with a sofa and a TV that passes for a living room thanks to the only table small enough to fit your place: a coffee table.

The door is grey. From the side, your(if: $hasKeys is false)[[[ keys|keys]]](else:)[ ~~partner~~ roommate's keys] watch your(if: $hasCoat is false)[ [[coat]] as it clings to the doors' handle. - "(text-colour:orange)[I'm surprised you held on all night]" You admire its resilience in front of the] apartment engulfed in boxes. You look back at it "(text-colour:orange)[We really need to unpack soon.]" [[Leave Apartment|Outside the Apartment]] [[Don't Leave Yet|Apartment Hub]]

The cabinets are (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false or $hasPlates is false)[mostly] empty (if: $hasPlates is false)[two plates](if: $hasWaffleMaker is false)[ and a waffle maker] rest inside. You tell yourself that this weekend you will unpack and place everything where it belongs. (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false and $hasPlates is false)[For now only the essentials are here.] (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false)[[[Take Waffle Maker|waffle maker]]] (if: $hasPlates is false)[[[Take Plates|plates]]] [[Step Back|Apartment Hub]]

A printed piece of paper clings by a corner to a tiny magnet shaped as a turtle. It reads: Oats Waffles Receipe: Ingredients: Oats - 1 Cup per person Eggs - 1 Egg per person Bananas - 1/2 per person Water - 1 Cup per person Optional: Cinnamon and Vanilla abstract to taste Preparation: Blend it all together. Wait for Waffle Maker to be ready and pour. Cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Serve with fresh fruits and syrup. - "(text-colour:cyan)[YES, PLEASE! :)]" is written in a familiar script. Enjoy! :) [[Back|Apartment Hub]]

The previous owner didn't bother to dust the place before they gave you the keys. You'll get to it eventually(if:$hasBlender is false)[. A blender sits still waiting to be used]. (if:$hasBlender is false)[[[Take Blender|blender]]] [[Step Back|Apartment Hub]]

The counter is soft white and made of something you think is called granite. You don't know enough house-ology to be sure if that's even a stone used for this. A single banana sits too ripped to be used for anything except making waffles.(if: $hasBlender is true)[ Your blender sits quitely](if: $hasBlender is true and $hasWaffleMaker is true)[ and next to it](if: $hasWaffleMaker is true)[ a waffle maker waits patiently to be used.] (if: $hasEggs is true)[The last two eggs wait for their moment to be cracked. ](if: $hasPlates is true)[A pair of cheap ceramic plates are stacked close to edge. ](if: $hasWater is true)[A jar of water slowly goes from fridge cold to room temperature in the corner of the counter top.] [[Step back|Apartment Hub]]

You open the door and its light blinks a couple of times before turning completely on. The clear shelves are (if: $hasEggs is false or $hasWater is false)[mostly] empty. The previous owner left a moldy slice of bread - "(text-colour:orange)[I should probably get rid of that before it turns into the start of the next zombie age...]" -(if: $hasEggs is false)[, the last two eggs](if: $hasWater is false)[ and a jar full of tap water](if: $hasEggs is false or $hasWater is false)[ rest inside]. Finally, a bag of Otto the Otter Oats sits in one of the shelves on the fridge's door. (if: $hasWater is false)[[[Take Water|water]]] (if: $hasEggs is false)[[[Take Eggs|eggs]]] [[Take Bag of Oats|oats]] [[Step Back|Apartment Hub]]

(set: $hasBlender to true) Holding the blender, you remember that this is the very first thing you bought together. You smile ready to place it on the counter top(if: $hasWaffleMaker is true)[ next to the waffle maker]. [[Set it down and plug it in|counter top]]

(set: $hasWaffleMaker to true) Unlike the previous expensive ones you've purchased, this cheap contraption has lasted quite a bit. Although, you can tell it will give out anytime now. You carefully bring it out ready to place it on the counter top(if: $hasBlender is true)[ next to the blender]. [[Set it down|counter top]]

(set: $hasPlates to true) You carelessly grab the two ceramic discs. They are stern warriors with chips to prove it, a class of their own, their bretheren broken to pieces at the bottom of a moving box await a dishonorable disposal. "(text-colour:orange)[You'll survive anything, won't you?]" - You encourage their resilience. [[Set on Counter Top|counter top]]

(set: $hasWater to true) A transperent plastic jar is filled with water. It's white plastic lid claims to filter impurities. That must've been true a long time ago when it was first purchased. It feels cold and heavy. It's full of water that is indestingushable from tap water except for its temperature. [[Set water on the counter top|counter top]]

(set: $hasEggs to true) You thank the godess Demeter for providing these for you today. That's the only explanation you can think of why you even have a semblance of food the day after moving in. You hold them in one hand as you close the fridge and ready to place them on the counter top(if: $hasBlender is true)[ next to the blender]. [[Set them down|counter top]]

A smiling Otter with a name tag that reads "Otto" is plastered on the bag. As you take it, it feels light, too light. You look inside to find that like your fridge, it's empty. (if:visits >= 2)[Somehow, you have tricked yourself into believing that looking in the bag repeatedly will trigger an Oats creating quantum event. You close your eyes, but the bag is empty still.] You will need to go to the corner store if you plan on eating waffles today. - "(text-colour:orange)[Shit... Why is there an empty bag still in the fridge?]" You return the bag to where it was. [[Close the Fridge|Apartment Hub]]

Your stomach grumbles in your sleep... [[Start|Waking Up]] (set: $hasWater to false) (set: $hasBlender to false) (set: $hasWaffleMaker to false) (set: $hasEggs to false) (set: $hasPlates to false) (set: $hasKeys to false) (set: $hasCoat to false) (set: $takenOats to false) (set: $takenCinnamon to false) (set: $takenVanilla to false) (set: $takenSyrup to false) (set: $takenStrawberries to false) (set: $hasOats to false) (set: $hasCinnamon to false) (set: $hasVanilla to false) (set: $hasSyrup to false) (set: $hasStrawberries to false) (set: $paymentFailed to false) (set: $paymentProcessed to false) (set: $garbageOats to false)

You step out of your aparment and (if: $hasKeys is false)[close](else:)[lock] the door behind you. The hall is carpeted and doors go by on both sides as you walk to the floor's lobby. (if: $hasKeys is true)[Your keys jingle in your pijama pockets with every step you take. Slowly pulling them down, (if: $hasCoat is true)[You quickly fix your pajamas and move the keys to a pocket in your coat. The jingling ceases.]] [[Take the Stairs|stairs down]] [[Take the Elevator|elevator down]] [[Go back Inside|front door]]

(set: $hasKeys to true) - "(text-colour:orange)[Never leave your keys]" - You chant to yourself as you pocket them in your pajama pants. [[Back|front door]] [[Go outside|Outside the Apartment]]

(set: $hasCoat to true)The coat finally falls to the floor, exhausted. With a crack on your back and knees you bend over and pick it up. - "(text-colour:orange)[I feel like my body is trying to tell me something]" You put it on. [[Back|front door]] [[Go Outside|Outside the Apartment]]

A worn down sign with the number "4" on big faded print hangs on the wall. It's hard to read from the dark background that at one point most've been glossy but now has lost all its shine to the years. The stairwell wraps around itself with a glint of light coming from a small window in between floors. "(text-colour:orange)[That wasn't too bad]" You tell yourself proudly. You wonder if the way up will be as easy on your knees. [[To the Building's Lobby|building's lobby]]

A soft rumble comes from the elevator shaft followed by a digital bell. "Ding... Dang." The doors open. As you board, the protective drape you remember from your moving day yesterday is still hanging covering every wall. You notice its damp smell, heavy and moist. The stench could be avoid if the fan was turned on. If there was one. The little screen atop the buttons reads "L" now. "Dang... Ding." The doors open. The light air from the lobby gives way for you to breath. [[To the Building's Lobby|building's lobby]]

The air is cold but there's no breeze. (if: $hasCoat is true)["(text-colour:orange)[Hold on a little longer my friend"] You close your coat.](else:)["(text-colour:orange)[I should get a warmer pj next time]" You rub your arms to warm them up.] An old sign barely lit flickers. It reads "(text-style:"buoy")[(text-colour:yellow)[3 Corners Groceries]]" [[Walk Into the Shop|enter store]] [[Walk back into the Building|building's lobby]]

The two tone chime of an old digital bell rings as soon as you step on the faded welcome carpet. The air is stale and smells like a clean jacket that's been in the attic for decades. The counter is dotted with bite size snacks with unfamiliar names but logos that are on the edge of breaching trademark and copyright laws. Behind it a late teen is looking at their phone. They seem bored in spite of the exciting noises their phone is making. Maybe a reality show or a stunts video. You can't quite understand what is happening and even if you could it'd probably mean nothing to you. The age difference between you two feels heavy. The small store has 3 aisles and a fridge at the back wall. Everything seems more expensive than you are used too. Just enough for you to notice, not enough to make you want to find another shop. [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

The Aisle is labeled 'General' (if:visits > 1)[Again, ]You stand firm and salute the aisle. - "(text-colour:orange)[Permision to shop. (text-style:"rumble")[Sir, yes Sir!]]" An assortment of plastic and burlap bags fill the shelves on both sides. From rice to beans to (if: $takenOats is false)[[[oats|grab oats]]](else:)[oats] and other kinds of grains sit stale for longer than they're meant to. You grab a bag from a shelf to inspect its expiry date. - "(text-colour:orange)[I'd thought you'd be expired by now]" - you tell the beans - "(text-colour:orange)[Good for you!]" - then return it to its dusty spot. (if: $paymentProcessed is false)[[[Walk to the Front|enter store]]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]] (if: $paymentProcessed is true)[[[Leave Store|Outside Store]]]

The Aisle is labled 'International'. You take a quick glance seeing all sorts of powder packets on one side and liquidy vials on the other. (if:visits <= 1)[- "(text-colour:orange)[This aisle's definition of 'international' forgot to include other countries.]" ] You see cardimun, (if: $takenCinnamon is false)[[[cinnamon|grab cinnamon]]](else:)[cinnamon], black pepper and himaliyan salt packets and bottles to one side. On the other side, rows of olive oils, vinegars and (if: $takenVanilla is false)[[[vanilla|grab vanilla]]](else:)[vanilla] stand refusing to acknowldge your presence. (if:visits is 2)[- "(text-colour:orange)[Do they think 'spices' are international]"? ] (if: $paymentProcessed is false)[[[Walk to the Front|enter store]]] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]] (if: $paymentProcessed is true)[[[Leave Store|Outside Store]]]

The Aisle is labeled 'Local' You find the shelves littered with bags of chips and sodas followed by cereal boxes, (if: $takenSyrup is false)[[[maple syrup|grab syrup]]](else:)[maple syrup] and pancake mix. (if:visits <= 1)[- "(text-colour:orange)[Not sure if I should be offended by this labeling, but it sure feels accurate.]" ] (if: $paymentProcessed is false)[[[Walk to the Front|enter store]]] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]] (if: $paymentProcessed is true)[[[Leave Store|Outside Store]]]

Atop the refrigirators it reads "Frozen | Dairy | Fresh" Half empty rows of fridges seat next to each other with a variety of eggs, milk, juice, power drinks and bags of frozen fruits such as (if: $takenStrawberries is false)[[[strawberries|grab strawberries]]](else:)[strawberries] and more. The soft hum coming from them reminds you of a movie where a kid meditates and transforms into a superhero. (if:visits <= 1)[You close your eyes. - "(text-colour:orange)[Ooohmmmmmmm]" you slowly match the sound around you. You open a single eye, followed by the other. Still no powers. ] (if: $paymentProcessed is false)[[[Walk to the Front|enter store]]] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]] (if: $paymentProcessed is true)[[[Leave Store|Outside Store]]]

A sign hangs from the ceiling 'Check Out'. Behind the counter someone is looking at their phone. Typing vigorously with an unmutable face. Their name tag reads 'Jessie'. Jessie hasn't noticed you or is actively ignoring you. A bell sits on top of a glass barrier protecting lottery tickets. A small folded paper next to it reads 'RinG thE bEll fOr sERvicE'. (if: $takenOats is true)[[[RinG thE bEll fOr sERvicE|Get Service]]](else:)[[[RinG thE bEll fOr sERvicE|Get Ignored]]] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] (if: $paymentProcessed is false)[[[Leave the Store|Outside of the Building]]] (if: $paymentProcessed is true)[[[Leave Store|Outside Store]]]

(set: $takenOats to true) - "(text-colour:orange)[Hellooo, Otto!]" Otto smiles at you and the 1Kg bag feels victorious in your hand. [[Step Back|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

(set: $takenCinnamon to true) Several packets of different colours stare at you with determination. They all say 'Cinnamon' adorned in different colours and fonts. - "(text-colour:orange)[You'll be alright, I'm sure]" - You tell the blue tainted one. [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Step Back|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

(set: $takenVanilla to true) Stern bottles and vails make neat lines of 3 or 4 at time. You grab the one closest to you. - "(text-colour:orange)[Did you know that you used to be crazy expensive?]" - You tell it - "(text-colour:orange)[It's weird to think you come from orchids]". [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Step Back|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

(set: $takenSyrup to true) Several bottles made of plastic or glass bare different logos with maple leaves on them. All failing to grab your attention as you look under them for price tags and compare their values like a healthy person would compare Nutritional Facts from their labels. - "(text-colour:orange)[Hellooo, tree blood!]" - You grab the cheapest one. [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Step Back|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

(set: $takenStrawberries to true) Cold air escapes to your feet when you open the fridge's door. Your pajamas let it through and a chill climbs the back of your legs making your butthole clench. You grab the 500gr bag of 'Frozen Fresh Strawberries' and you shut the door with a toss making a dump sound. [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Step Back|Fridge]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]]

A brand new loveseat sofa stares at the elevators from across the hall. An old circular mirror hangs on top of it. You see yourself. Barely awake. You are glad the mirror is too high to actually be useful and only your face looks back at you. [[Take the Stair Up|stairs up]] [[Take the Elevator Up| elevator up]] [[Exit the Building|Outside of the Building]]

The door locks behind with a damp "thump". - "(text-colour:orange)[These stairs are my only exercise routine]" - You encourage your self hesitantly. Numbers at each flight of stairs go up one by one. They feel further away with each step. You are getting out breath. A worn down sign with the number "4" on big faded print hangs on the wall. It's hard to read from the dark background that at one point most've been glossy but now has lost all its shine to the years. - "(text-colour:orange)[Finally!]" [[To the hall|Outside the Apartment]]

A soft rumble comes from the elevator shaft followed by a digital bell. "Ding... Dang." The doors open. As you board, the protective drape you remember from your moving day yesterday is still hanging covering every wall. You notice its damp smell, heavy and moist. The stench could be avoid if the fan was turned on. If there was one. The little screen atop the buttons reads "4" now. "Dang... Ding." The doors open. The light air from the lobby gives way for you to breath. [[To the hall|Outside the Apartment]]

(if: $hasCoat is true)[You pat your coat looking for your wallet. - "(text-colour:orange)[Too many pockets]" You find it just in time for your anxiety to kick in. It will be fun to relive this moment when you try to go to bed in five years. [[Tap Your Card|Payment Successful]]](else:)[You pat your pajamas desperately. - "(text-colour:orange)[Shit! I left my wallet in my coat.]" + "(text-colour:blue)[No money, no groceries.]" - Takes the bag behind the counter. - "(text-colour:orange)[I'll be right back]" [[Leave Counter|Payment Failure]]]

(set: $paymentProcessed to true)(set: $paymentFailed to false) Your paper bag of groceries seats on the counter. - "(text-colour:orange)[Thanks!]" 'Jessie' has gone back to their phone. (if: $takenOats is true)[(set: $hasOats to true)] (if: $takenCinnamon is true)[(set: $hasCinnamon to true)] (if: $takenVanilla is true)[(set: $hasVanilla to true)] (if: $takenSyrup is true)[(set: $hasSyrup to true)] (if: $takenStrawberries is true)[(set: $hasStrawberries to true)] [[Grab Your Groceries|Store After Payment]]

(set: $paymentFailed to true) 'Jessie' goes back to their phone. You need to come back here with your wallet. But next time, you will be even more anxious. - "(text-colour:orange)[It's going to be a blast to judge myself about this once I get home. and everyday after that.]" [[Leave the Store|Outside of the Building]]

The paper bag crinkles with brief pops of sounds as it sets in your arms. It feels heavy. - "(text-colour:orange)[I need to start working out]" - You tell yourself as you have for the past few years. Without looking up from their phone 'Jessie' yells out a warning. + "(text-colour:blue)[Don't go stealing! Only leave with what you checked out!]" You feel judged. [[Leave Store|Outside Store]] [[Go to the Counter|Counter]] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]]

Trash and flyers violently move through the floor as a gust of cold wind pushes them. You tighten your grip on the bag as you walk. The warmth you just walked out of quickly vanishes. You taste a hint of iron as the blood vessels in your nose contract. - "(text-colour:orange)[Great!]" - You are underdressed for the occassion, like in most occassions. [[Walk back to the Building|lobby after payment]] [[Go back to the Store|Store After Payment]]

(if:visits <= 1)[There's an](else:)[The same] old lady(if:visits > 1)[ is] seating on the new couch under the mirror. She looks at you(if:visits <= 1)[. She seems South Asian and has a](else:)[ with her] calm demeanor. [[Take the Stairs Up|stairs up AP]] [[Take the Elevator Up| elevator up AP]] [[Exit the Building|Outside Store]]

You take a deep breath as you look up. Every part of your legs is questioning this decision. Your arms join them. - "(text-colour:orange)[I need this workout!]" You amaze at how disconnected can ones brain be from their extremities yet they still make you stop regardless of intent. You slowly climb each step, holding your bag of groceries. Getting tired by the step. Who would've thought that four floors could be so painful. [[To the hall|Outside the Apartment AP]]

You pressed the elevator's button with your elbow as the old lady gestures a greeting of sorts while steping in and presses number 3. She's not from around here, but neither are you. The elevator light shines "3". She steps off. + "(text-colour:grey)[Thank you]" - She says with an unfamiliar accent. The door opens on floor "4" [[To the hall|Outside the Apartment AP]]

You shift the weight of the bag to one arm trying to find your keys on every pocket. You shift the weight of the bag to the other arm and(if: $hasKeys is true)[ just when you are starting to wonder where could they posibly be a jingle answers your question. [[Enter Your Apartment|Open Front Door]]](else:)[ realize you left them. You can see them clearly hanging on the wall, right on the other side of the door. [[Knock on the Door|Knock on Door]]] [[Take the Stairs|stairs down AP]] [[Take the elevator|elevator down AP]]

A worn down sign with the number "4" on big faded print hangs on the wall. It's hard to read from the dark background that at one point most've been glossy but now has lost all its shine to the years. The stairwell wraps around itself with a glint of light coming from a small window in between floors. "(text-colour:orange)[That wasn't too bad]" - You tell yourself proudly. "(text-colour:orange)[If only it was always like this.]" [[Walk back to the Building|lobby after payment]]

You step into your new apartment placing the keys next to the door in their hook. - "(text-colour:orange)[I'm back!]" The sound of an electric toothbrush reaches your ear as you push open the door with your shoulder. [[Enter Home|front door AP]]

You knock on the door once followed by four quick knocks a pause and then two more knocks. After a few seconds you hear the lock switch open from the other side of the door. You push open the door with your shoulder. - "(text-colour:orange)[Thank you!]" The sound of an electric toothbrush starts in the bathroom next to the front door. [[Enter Home|front door AP]]

You attempt to navigate the boxes in your way while not letting the bag of groceries fall. [[Take your Shoes off|Apt Hub AP]]

The bag is getting heavier on your arms, but you still take a minute to look at your brand new home. On one end, your room, your washroom and [[front door|front door AP]]. The kitchen makes a hall with a set of [[cabinets|cabinets AP]] and [[shelves|shelves AP]] on a wall on top of the sync. The [[counter top|counter top AP]](if:(history: where its name contains "counter top AP")'s length < 1)[ ''beckons you, it wants your bag''. The oven is ](else:)[ and the oven are ]next to the [[fridge|fridge AP]], a [[note|note AP]] hangs from it. At the other end is a nook with a sofa and TV the passes for a living room thanks to the only table small enough to fit your place: a coffee table.

(if:visits <= 1)[Approching the counter feels like a small victory. You ran your first errand in the new neighborhood! You place the paper trophy that is your groceries bag next to a single ripe banana. ](else:)[The soft white counter has become your crafting table and on it you see that: A single banana sits too ripped to be used for anything except making waffles. ](if:visits <= 1)[You start taking out your loot. ](if: $hasCinnamon is true and visits <= 1)[Tossing the packet of cinnamon carelessly. ](if: $hasCinnamon is true and visits > 1)[a small packet of cinnamon trying to go unnoticed. ] (if: $hasVanilla is true and visits <= 1)[Carefully placing the bottle of vanilla far from the edge. ](if: $hasVanilla is true and visits > 1)[A small bottle claiming to have "100% vanilla" inside. ] (if: $hasOats is true and visits <= 1)[The most important item, Otto the Otter smiles from the side of the bag of oats and you smile back as it rests free from its paper prison. ](if: $hasOats is true and visits > 1)[A smiling otter makes you wander what do otters have to do with oats? ] (if: $hasStrawberries is true and visits <= 1)[Still cold, the frozen bag of strawberries is attempting to melt. ](if: $hasStrawberries is true and visits > 1)[A plastic bag of frozen "fresh strawberries" goes damp slowly. ] (if: $hasSyrup is true and visits <= 1)[The rivers of syrup can flow freely now that your dance has brought its rain. ](if: $hasSyrup is true and visits > 1)[A bottle of syrup awaits like a thunder cloud ready to be poured. ] (if: $hasBlender is true)[Your blender sits quitely](if: $hasBlender is true and $hasWaffleMaker is true)[ and next to it ](if: $hasWaffleMaker is true)[a waffle maker waits patiently to be used. ](if: $hasEggs is true)[The last two eggs fear their innevitable crack. ](if: $hasPlates is true)[A pair of cheap ceramic plates are stacked close to edge.](if: $hasWater is true)[A jar of water slowly going from fridge cold to room temperature in the corner.] (if: $hasBlender is true and $hasWaffleMaker is true and $hasEggs is true and $hasWater is true and $hasOats is true and $hasPlates is true)[[[Cook Breakfast|Ready to Cook]]](else:)[[[Almost There, Step Back|Apt Hub AP]]]

You open the door and its light blinks a couple of times before turning completely on. The clear shelves are (if: $hasEggs is false or $hasWater is false)[mostly] empty. The previous owner left a moldy slice of bread "(text-colour:orange)[I should probably get rid of that before it turns into the start of the next zombie age...]"(if: $hasEggs is false)[, the last two eggs](if: $hasWater is false)[ and a jar full of tap water](if: $hasEggs is false or $hasWater is false)[ rest inside]. (if: $garbageOats is false)[Finally, a bag of Otto the Otter Oats sits in one of the shelves on the fridge's door. [[Take Empty Bag of Oats|oats AP]]] (if: $hasWater is false)[[[Take Water|water AP]]] (if: $hasEggs is false)[[[Take Eggs|eggs AP]]] [[Step Back|Apt Hub AP]]

The cabinets are (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false or $hasPlates is false)[mostly] empty (if: $hasPlates is false)[two plates](if: $hasWaffleMaker is false)[ and a waffle maker] rest inside. You tell yourself that this weekend you will unpack and place everything where it belongs. (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false and $hasPlates is false)[But now only the essentials are here.] (if: $hasWaffleMaker is false)[[[Take Waffle Maker|waffle maker AP]]] (if: $hasPlates is false)[[[Take Plates|plates AP]]] [[Step Back|Apt Hub AP]]

(set: $hasWater to true) A transperent palstic jar is filled with water. It's white plastic lid claims to filter impurities but that must've been true a long ime ago when it was first purchased. It feels cold and heavy. It's full of water that is indestingushable from tap water except for its tempeture. [[Set water on counter top|counter top AP]]

(set: $hasEggs to true) You thank the godess Demeter for providing these for you today. That's the only explanation you could think of why you even have a semblance of food the day after moving in. You hold them in one hand as you close the fridge and ready to place them on the counter top(if: $hasBlender is true)[ next to the blender]. [[Set them down|counter top AP]]

(set: $garbageOats to true) You salute the bag of oats. - "(text-colour:orange)[You have served us well. It's time for you to rest now.]" As military trumpts sing solemnly in your mind. You fold it like you did your school flag in highschool. [[Toss in the only empty box labeled "Garbage"|Apt Hub AP]]

(set: $hasPlates to true) You carelessly grab the two ceramic discs. They are stern warriors with chips to show it, a class of their own, their bretheren broken to pieces at the bottom of a moving box await dishonorable disposal. - "(text-colour:orange)[You'll survive anything, won't you?]" - You say encouragingly [[Set on Counter Top|counter top AP]]

(set: $hasWaffleMaker to true) Unlike the previous expensive ones you purchased, this cheap one has lasted quite a bit. Although you can tell it will give out anytime now. You carefully bring it out ready to place it on the counter top(if: $hasBlender is true)[ next to the blender]. [[Set it down|counter top AP]]

- "(text-colour:orange)[It's time for the sacrifice to the elder gods.]" - You whisper to the ingredients - "(text-colour:orange)[The shrine of transformation awaits the offering.]" - You turn on the waffle maker. - "(text-colour:orange)[The comunion tabernacle is open.]" - You take off the blender's lid as the ingredients tremble - "(text-colour:orange)[Do not fear, though pain is certain, the gods will be pleased with your union]" - One by one you toss the ingredients in the blender. + "(text-colour:cyan)[Are you speaking to the food again?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[We are the elder gods! Their souls will serve as nourishment!] + "(text-colour:cyan)[Stop it...]" The sound of the shower starts filling up the apartment. The washroom door closes muffling it. - "(text-colour:orange)[...] You start the blender. A few moments go by and the mixture is ready. Just in time for the waffle maker to reach tempature. You pour the mixture in, close the lid and set the timer. An egg shape clock of sorts marks 16 minutes and its inner mechanism ticks and clicks away. You wash the blender then take your phone out and wait... ... The shower stops. The egg screams with a ringing punch. (if: $hasVanilla is false and $hasCinnamon is false and $hasStrawberries is false and $hasSyrup is false)[[[Serve Breakfast|Plain Ending]]](else-if:$hasStrawberries is false or $hasSyrup is false)[[[Serve Breakfast|Edible Art Ending]]](else-if: $hasVanilla is false or $hasCinnamon is false)[[[Serve Breakfast|Spiceless Ending]]](else-if: $hasVanilla is true and $hasCinnamon is true and $hasStrawberries is true and $hasSyrup is true)[[[Serve Breakfast|Loaded Ending]]]

You take out the waffles and get a pair on each plate. You open the bag of "fresh" strawberries and place a few slices on each waffle. You try to make them look cute. You open the bottle of maple syrup. You try to pour a smiley face on each waffle but quickly realize you are no Picasso and opt to fill every hole at least a little bit. You sprinkle some cinnamon over the whole dish. You think it looks 'sophisticated'. - "(text-colour:orange)[Breakfast is ready!]" You call out. + "(text-colour:cyan)[I'm starving!]" They walk out the room drying their hair with a towel. The world goes into slow motion as they look in a few of the boxes as if looking for something. You look at their dark brown eyes. A universe lies inside. + "(text-colour:cyan)[Are you alright?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[What?]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[You are staring again.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Have I ever told you I ~~love~~ really like your eyes?]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[By my count... about a gazilion times]" - "(text-colour:orange)[You are keeping track. That's impressive.]" You both grab your plates and sit on the couch. + "(text-colour:cyan)[I need to be accurate. It's a requirement to file a restraining order]" - Chuckles - "(text-colour:orange)[I hope you are planning on maxing it out at 1 meter 'cause this apartment doesn't support longer distances and neither of us can stay housed alone.]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[I meant an order to restrain]" - Winks Blood rushes to your face. - "(text-colour:orange)[Don't promise something you won't deliver. It's unwise to garner debts you can't pay]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[You are telling me! If I had any more debt I'd be locked up.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[You couldn't take being locked up for an hour.]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[Look who's making promises now.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[That made zero sense.]" - Chuckle + "(text-colour:cyan)[Yeah...]" - takes another bite - "(text-colour:cyan)[I'm a little rusty since ~~we~~ you and I...]" - (text-colour:orange)[...] + (text-colour:cyan)[...] - (text-colour:orange)[...] + (text-colour:cyan)[...] - "(text-colour:orange)[You said it's for the best]" - You set your plate down - + "(text-colour:cyan)[You know that's true.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Doesn't mean I have to...]" - you take a deep breath - "(text-colour:orange)[Nevermind]" You pick up your plate You both eat in silence + "(text-colour:cyan)[Thanks for cooking.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Don't mention it.]" [------- Thanks for playing. You got the Loaded Ending] [[Go to Plain Ending|Plain Ending]] [[Go to Edible Art Ending|Edible Art Ending]] [[Go to Spiceless Ending|Spiceless Ending]]

You place a pair of oat waffles on each plate and take them to the sofa. - "(text-colour:orange)[Breakfast is ready!]" you call out. + "(text-colour:cyan)[I'm starving.]" They walk out the room wearing baggy PJs. You love how they look. They look at their plate. + "(text-colour:cyan)[No fruits?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[No fresh fruits at the small corner store downstairs.]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[I'll have to find an actual groceries store soon.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Yeah, we should get to know the neiborhood]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[That's ok, It'll be good for me to take a walk alone.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Oh...]" - you clear your throat - "(text-colour:orange)[Yeah, no worries.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Enjoy it!]" You both eat in silence... + "(text-colour:cyan)[Thanks for cooking.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Don't mention it.]" [------- Thanks for playing. You got the Plain Ending] [[Go to Edible Art Ending|Edible Art Ending]] [[Go to Spiceless Ending|Spiceless Ending]] [[Go to Loaded Ending|Loaded Ending]]

You take out the waffles and get a pair on each plate. (if: $hasStrawberries is true)[You open the bag of "fresh" strawberries and place a few slices on each waffle. You try to make them look cute.](else-if: $hasSyrup is true)[You open the bottle of maple syrup. You try to pour a smiley face on each waffle but quickly realize you are no Picasso and opt to fill every hole at least a little bit.] - "(text-colour:orange)[Breakfast is ready!]" You call out. + "(text-colour:cyan)[I'm starving!]" They walk out the room drying their hair with a towel. The world goes into slow motion. + "(text-colour:cyan)[What are you staring at?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[What?... Nothing, food's ready.]" Both of you grab a plate and sit on the couch. + "(text-colour:cyan)[Trying your hand at edible art?]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Gotta start somewhere]" - soft chuckle. + "(text-colour:cyan)[It's fine. It tastes better than it looks.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Uh... Thanks...]" + "(text-colour:cyan)[Listen, now that we are roomates...]" The word 'roommates' echos in your head. There cannot be a sadder word. + "(text-colour:cyan)[... I know this arrangement isn't ideal but I hope you understand.]" You take bite of your waffle. - "(text-colour:orange)[No need to worry. No hard feelings]" - You say looking at the black screen in front of you. + "(text-colour:cyan)[That's good to hear...]" You both eat in silence. + "(text-colour:cyan)[Thanks for cooking.]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Don't mention it.]" [------- Thanks for playing. You got the Edible Art Ending] [[Go to Plain Ending|Plain Ending]] [[Go to Spiceless Ending|Spiceless Ending]] [[Go to Loaded Ending|Loaded Ending]]

(if:visits <= 01)[You tap the bell once followed by four quick taps a pause and then two more taps. Jessie seems to notice and their chair groans and squeeks as the weight shifts to the front. + "(text-colour:blue)[Welcome to 3 Corners Groceries]" - "(text-colour:orange)[Hello Jessie...]" + "(text-colour:blue)[I'm not Jessie, I'm just covering today]" (if: $takenSyrup is true)[> Beep $7.91 - Maple Flavo-- ]- "(text-colour:orange)[Right, I'm new in the building...] + "(text-colour:blue)[What kind of bag?]" (if: $takenCinnamon is true)[> Beep $2.37 - Cinn 50gr ]- (text-colour:orange)["My ~~partner ~~ roommate and I...]" + "(text-colour:blue)[Paper or plastic?]" (if: $takenStrawberries is true)[> Beep $5.84 - Frozen ](if: $takenVanilla is true)[> Beep $6.17 - Vanilla Abs-- ]- "(text-colour:orange)[Paper, please.]" > Beep $5.71 - Otto](else:)['Jessie' brings the paper bag with your stuff out and places it on the counter.] + "(text-colour:blue)[Tap your card on the machine, please.]" [[Pay for your groceries|Checkout]]

(if:visits <= 01)[You tap the bell once. No response. You wait... 10 seconds go by. You realize you haven't grabed oats yet. ](else:)[Your hand hovers over the bell but until you have oats for your waffles, there's no point on bothering Jessie. Not that you could if you tried. ] [[Walk down Aisle 1|Aisle 1]] [[Walk down Aisle 2|Aisle 2]] [[Walk down Aisle 3|Aisle 3]] [[Look at the Fridge|Fridge]]