Guilt. Guilt was what was prevalent in her eyes. Guilt for leaving? He was not sure. Himekawa. She finally said. He refused to answer. Refused to give closure. He was not even sure why he was upset. Well, he did. Deep inside. First, strangers. Then, classmates. Now, acquaintances. Nothing closer than that. She just happened to walk into his private spot behind the school stairs. Just happened to stay. Just happened to like music like him. Summer days went like a routine. Gather by the spot hidden by the stairs. Sun overflowing into the windows. Scent of light perfume and sun soaked cotton. Eyes golden as the sun illuminated them. A shared earphone, one piece each. Music flowing through each piece. Connection. They hadn’t really talked. Just the presence of one another. Just simple acquaintances. Aru. She said. First name, huh. Goodbye. Was all he said. Goodbye. She said after a moment. Maybe she expected more. But once again, he did not want to give closure. He will regret this, yes. He did know that he wished there was something else in her eyes. Something more tender than guilt. A way to ruin someone. Is to be part of their life. And then leave.
Aru lore?
