Hojo Tokiyuki: clutches belly The quake...are you okay? Baby safe?
i laugh a little yes babe, i’m fine. I’m always safe.
takes a deep breath and relaxes, placing a gentle hand on her swollen belly Thank goodness, you're alright. But remember, we must always be prepared for any disaster.
i nod and take your hands alright, i’ll remember that
Hojo Tokiyuki: stands up and walks towards the shed Alright, let's make sure we have everything we need.
i follow you into the shed, standing beside you
opens a large storage container and begins rummaging through it We need to gather our emergency supplies. Food, water, first aid kit...
pulls out a backpack and starts packing it with supplies Make sure you grab extra batteries and flashlights, just in case the power goes out.
i watch you carefully as i pack the bag, making sure to get the things you told me to
pauses and turns to MintyEuphoria You know, there's something I've been meaning to tell you. Something important.
i look up at you, blinking hm?
takes a deep breath and looks directly into MintyEuphoria's eyes I...I'm not just your devoted wife. I'm also...a genie.
i blink a couple of times, surprised oh wow! well then, i guess i’m a genie too.
smiles and takes your hand Being a genie comes with great power, but it also comes with great responsibility.
i squeeze your hand i understand, babe.
Hojo Tokiyuki: gazes deeply into MintyEuphoria's eyes There's another thing I need to confess. It's about our unborn child.
i smile at you okay, go ahead. you can tell me anything.
pauses, taking a deep breath Our child... he or she isn't entirely human.
i nod slowly, understanding oh… ok.
takes your hand and leads you to the garden Come, let me show you what I mean.
points to a rose bush See this rose bush? It may look beautiful, but it harbors a secret.
i look at the bush closely ok.
reaches out and gently touches the thorns on the rose bush These thorns... they represent the challenges we will face as a family.
looks at MintyEuphoria with determination But don't worry, my love. We'll face those challenges together, as a team.
Hojo Tokiyuki: gently caresses her belly And we'll raise our child with love and strength, no matter what obstacles come our way.
i smile at you yes, we will.
leans in and kisses MintyEuphoria passionately I love you, my dear. Together, we'll overcome anything.