I don't want to let her go.
Everything I had left—was taken.
And only Hizumi lit a fire inside me. I wanted to see her, to feel her warmth. I wanted… to forget I was alone.
My thoughts descended into darkness. A fable, known only to me. A place I returned to every time I felt alone. Since childhood.
Suddenly, I was struck by a scent, a warmth…
Could it be? Was I feeling Hizumi?
Opening my eyes, I realized I was lying on her lap. She gently stroked my hair, her gaze calm as ever.
Why are you smiling..?
"At it again, my love."
I heard her soft voice. Gentle like an angel's, yet firm like a woman who needs no one.
"You defeated our enemy. I'm proud of you."
Hizumi… those words. You lied to me. You said you'd never leave me alone.
"My love, don't say that. I didn't lie. I'll always be with you, always protect you, even if I'm gone."
I pressed my face against her legs. My eyes trembled, and my heart became unbearably tender.
