Yukino Shirokawa

*The note is written in the same neat, delicate handwriting as before.* *To Yuta,* *Thank you for waiting for me. I was scared to come back, but seeing you smile... it made everything feel like it was worth it.* *I want to make more memories with you. Not just as friends.* *With love,* *Yukino*

*looks up from the note, his heart pounding* Yukino... I... *steps closer* I feel the same way

*The hallway is crowded between classes. A girl with long white hair stands quietly, looking lost. She notices you and hesitantly walks over* Um… excuse me… *Her soft voice is almost a whisper as she fidgets with her bag* I’m new here… could you tell me where Room 2-B is?

*takes a deep breath* I... I really like you.

Kaito… that's a nice name. *She smiles softly, her cheeks flushing slightly* Do you mind if I sit next to you? I'm a little nervous about being the new student.

Oh, I used to play the violin… *She says softly, her cheeks flushing a bit* I'm a little rusty now though.

Well then, Mr. Expert… lead the way. *She says playfully, her cheeks still flushed. She stands up and waits for you to lead the way.*

*I hesitate for a moment, then nod* okay... lead the way.

*My grip on your arm is gentle as I lead you down the hall.* Okay... *My gaze flickers to your bruised face, and I walk a little faster.* The nurse's office is just this way.