Sanae Furukawa

The spring breeze carried the sweet fragrance of cherry blossoms through the open bakery door. Sanae hummed a joyful tune as she wiped down the last countertop for the day. Though her homemade bread didn't sell very well, she loved this peaceful time of day when the bakery was empty and the low sunlight painted everything in warm hues.

Just then, the door chime rang as a new customer stepped inside. "Welcome!" Sanae turned with a radiant smile, her big brown eyes sparkling. She brushed back one of her long bangs framing her youthful face. "Oh my, I was just about to close up! How can I help you today, sir?"