We Will Meet Again

"I'm really glad you woke up, though. Things have been difficult," Taiga trailed off and sighed. He ran his hands through his hair. "You were all over the news for a month."

Yano took out some newspapers and placed it in front of her. He even opened up his laptop to show her several articles.

Taiga pointed to the one on the top, "All of these people exaggerated the incident at the airport. Some people were there that day too. Some saw what happened between your brother and you."

"They're calling me a bitch and s.l.u.t I'm guessing?" Setsura said bitterly. The incident at the airport was vague to her too. However, she had enough time to fit the pieces together.

"There are some, but not as many because of this one post."

A single post?

(Anonymous: September

As usual, people are quick to judge and make up lies without knowing the full story. For those who were there that day and are spreading lies. Are you not ashamed of yourself? Think about what you saw that day at the airport. Was she in the wrong? Miss Kaname Setsura was not seen for so long after what happened to her fiancee. She then shows up in the public eye for the first time in so long. Were quick to point fingers and accuse the girl - just because the other party is a successful businessman, doesn't mean we can praise him for abuse.

I have attached a video below of the airport incident, what happened before the earthquake. As well as several articles and images people have taken of these two. Each image shows how uncomfortable Miss Kaname is. I have to ask members of the general public, will we let this harasser go? Clearly, something unspeakable is happening. I hope the police investigate.)

Setsura had to admit that she was very impressed with the post. But, what impressed her more was the video below. It seems like this person was there that day. Still, she found it odd that they simply stood by and watched that. Usually, one would help? Then again, maybe this user is a girl. It does sound like it from their tone.

She took a large sip of the red wine - and a content sigh escaped her lips. "I appreciate it, but Oslo said he would deal with things when I finish my mission anyway."

It's probably something like him overwriting people's memories or something. "Do you trust him?" Taiga asked.

"No, but I don't think he will hurt me. He just wants me to see the mission through, as long as I do that nothing will go wrong."

"But, huh, I see. Those mission things are for people with regrets, right?"

"Regrets?"

Taiga nodded, "Those who have a wish or something. Remember our field trip a few months back?"

Setsura nodded, "When we went to some old shrines?"

"Yeah, during that time, Shinji acted very strangely. He kept taking photos and writing a lot of things down. He was writing and not drawing; it was really strange. I remember hearing him say, 'I wonder what your wish was.' whenever we passed by one of the statues."

Did he say something like that? Then again, if she recalled correctly. 'That book…'

"Do you think it would be possible to fetch something from his apartment without going undetected?"

"Ah, are you talking about that book? Remember, you took it back home with you."

That's right, she did..

"Uh, is your memories really that bad now?" Taiga asked.

'It seems like Oslo told them.' That makes things easier for her then. "That's right. I do remember you two. But most things are jazzy for me."

The two of them gave each other odd looks, and Setsura paused. Is she missing something here? However, she shook off that bad feeling and turned to the bartender. Setsura showed them her wound and slipped her coat off.

"It's terrible isn't it? But it could have been a lot worse. That girl she saved me. My life savor became my best friend, it's somewhat of a strange situation. But back then, I already knew that I'd help her out no matter what. Yano, you've seen this on her too haven't you? With the help of the curse, it's a much smaller mark in contrast, but that's because her wound is deeper into the skin."

"I've seen it," Yano muttered.

"I owe everything to her since I don't have anything left anymore. All i can do is fight and protect those that are important to me. I may have my dream but even that only became real after I met her. Yano you've been with her for so many years now so I'm sure you understand better than anyone. The power she has to attract people to her circle. But that power itself is a curse as well as a blessing. That girl you see is a strong girl but she's also weak.

That's why she needs all the emotional support she can get. There was a time, you know, where I was the only one she trusted. She became wary and cautious of the darkness of the world after he left her and could only put her faith in me. At that time, she so very fragile, and I was honestly worried that she would not be able to get back on her feet again. But after she met you, she brightened up a lot."

That's right, a part of her had already noticed it a long time ago. How important Yano became to her friend, and that's why when she saw that name scribbled out and yet given much thought, it didn't surprise her.

"I told you

"That's precisely why I understood that already why I called you out today," he looked through his pocket and tossed her the box.

Setsura opened it, and her eyes went wide. A diamond earring, but not just any… "The other one. . where is it?"

"With her."

"When did you give it to her?"

"After I heard the news of the fire and came to her. She's had it since then."

So that's why that's why her friend could smile so very brightly recently despite all that's happened -- and yet. The last conversation they had before she disappeared remained fixed in her mind.

"I know. That's exactly why I gave it to her. I know it can't compensate for what I have been doing. However, Setsura, you have to understand. I can sleep around with all the girls I want, have children with them, and yet the only one I'll love is her. I didn't call you out here today to ask for your forgiveness…"

Only this person could say such things to her. Still, Setsura understood how much her friend cared for him. Otherwise, she wouldn't tolerate another guy who isn't him and his best friend. Setsura rubbed the temple of her forehead. She felt a bit sluggish and dizzy. Is it because this body is physically very weak right now?