We Will Meet Again

The surrounding city constantly changed. Each day, something would change - but Setsura did not doubt that nothing has changed for her. While the rest of the world moved on without her, she would remain forever stagnant. Trapped in the illusion that things will remain this way forever. There is no hope for somebody like her. Setsura was investigating her mother's case not to prove herself innocent.

But, to solve the case for her self satisfaction. She wanted answers. Answers that would no doubt come with dark answers and pain. However, Setsura never thought about it that way. She didn't think about the people who might get dragged into her mess.

Why would she? Back then, Setsura didn't think it involved anybody else other than her. Back then, huh? So many years have gone by, and yet it feels like things have remained the same as when she was younger. Setsura reached over and extended her hand out towards the center of the large tree.

Despite what it seemed like, Setsura disliked the silence. She disliked it a great deal since it reminded him of the time she was hospitalized, that's probably why it was something she wanted to avoid. That silence, almost as if it deliberately pulled her away from the world.

Pulling her away and making her cross over to the other side. However, ever since Setsura met that person, such silence seldom occurred. That's why, when she met Akito, she clung to him like she did that person.

After she met him, even that silence became something beautiful. For sure, Setsura still dislikes it even now, however in contrast to before, something is comforting.

It's illogical, for her life to have changed this much just because of a single meeting. It's illogical. If you talk about this with someone random, they will not be able to understand.

Is it not cliche to say that a person's life has changed so much because of one person? The answer is yes. This is not a fairytale story where, after meeting the hero/heroine, your life becomes better. This is not that kind of story; right now, there are still matters that hurt her and cause her grief and suffering.

She cannot escape pain no matter what, this cycle of pain. However, the same goes for everyone; she is not alone. This isn't a fairytale where that individual has changed him to such a degree. But Setsura cannot deny that it is because of him that she is like this now. That the world around him has become beautiful, how those sounds are always filled with a beautiful tone.

Yang told her many stories about the future. Whenever she hears the stories from Yang, she remembers everything. It sticks in her head; it does not fade. When Setsura first found out, she was delighted. That was the first time she spoke so much since she came to the

The name of the person she loves even now, Setsura, doesn't know what it is. How come? It seemed completely unfair. Also, she came up with a theory recently. What if the reason why she can't remember the name is because that person is here in the Meiji era? According to what Katakura told her before. Several subjects can appear in the same place.

That person is unconscious right now and in a hospital bed. What if his consciousness crossed over here? If that happened, then what would she do?

It did not occur to her that such a thing was possible. However, if Setsura thought about it carefully, 'the impossible happens here.' So, there is a chance of that happening. If Akito and that guy are the same people, then she really will feel guilty. This is not the time and place to have a romantic relationship. So, many things are occurring right now. So many crimes - just for the sake of her mission.

So stupid, 'why do so many people have to die?' For the sake of her completing her job, why do lives have to end?

In the end, though, things have not changed. Memories or not, she remains the same. The same boring and unchanging person. It's no good like this; whenever she is by herself, she ends up having such negative thoughts.

Yang is taking a long time; what is he doing? Should she go over and check? But, Setsura recalled Yang's expression before they parted ways. He looked so serious, and he held her so tightly. It seems like he already has it covered, if she appeared now, she might hear things she does not want to.

How Yang intends to approach the topic, she would rather not know. He may do something unreasonable. No, since it's him, there is a high chance of that. He's a violent person, after all. He solves things with his fists more.

Could she turn a blind eye to that? She may be dating Yang now. But, Akito and her -- a deep sigh crossed her lips. It feels like. Lately, she thinks of such pointless things. Can she afford to worry about relationship matters now?

It was difficult for her to swallow, just the mere thought of breaking up with Akito. Let alone actually doing it. For a moment, it crossed her mind not to break up with Akito. No matter what, that guy will accept her again. That's something she has no about. Even if she betrayed him, Akito wouldn't leave her. However, if she didn't, Yang would cause problems, won't he?

Unlike Yang, Akito will not fuss. It may trouble him. However, as long as the explanation is something reasonable, he will not fuss. Setsura took a deep breath to calm herself down. Yet, it did not dispell her unease at all. It feels like she is tossing him away. It isn't Akito's fault at all, Akito has been by her side for so long. Setsura stopped counting the days and months since she arrived in the Meiji era.

There was no longer any need to count time when he was around. Each day went by so quickly when she was right by his side. As Setsura closed her eyes, she felt a small breeze blow across her face. 'She misses...the future..'

Setsura thought she was adjusting to life here. But, she still can't call this place home. No matter what she does, she can't get used to things here. However, in the future, she always feels so lonely and very empty.

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Yang didn't like how this conversation with Akito was going. He thought he could convince the guy to let go of Setsura. But, Akito was walking away. "Wait, you don't know, but me and her are from the same place. I've known her much longer than you have," Yang called out.

Akito stopped in his tracks.

He didn't want to resort to revealing this. But, it's not like it's against the rules. Besides, Yang is slightly suspicious of Akito. 'He really resembles that guy.'

"The same time?"

"You already know," Yang muttered.

"I knew about her, but not you. Huh, I see that makes more sense now."

"What does?"

Yang didn't know what it was, but he suddenly felt uncomfortable with Akito's words. What's with this guy? Up till now, Yang assumed that Akito was a pushover. Yet, right now, a different aura is surrounding him. Unknowingly he took a step back due to the intense aura around Akito.

The air felt thick and heavy, 'what is this guy?' He isn't harmless at all.