Once upon a time, there was a certain forest in which an unsightly monster lived.

The monster used an alluring singing voice to draw people into the forest

And then devour all but their bones.

One day, a young boy was wandering alone through the forest.

What a beautiful song

I wonder where they're singing from

Why it's another little mouse that's gotten lost

And what's more, it's bony

Hoh

But that should be just right for a 2 o'clock snack between meals 2pm was a traditional time to eat a snack between meals. The term おやつ for "between-meal snack" is even derived from 八つ時 (2pm). Wikipedia entry for おやつ