slowly makes her way home in tears and angry at herself how can I love two separate men who hate eachother?
raises an eyebrow, determined Because I want to learn how to protect myself.
stands up straight, crossing her arms Look, I've been feeling vulnerable lately, and I don't like it.
nods, grateful Thank you. I really appreciate it. Let's start right away, shall we?
quickly stands up and starts pacing Alright, let's start with some basic strikes. Show me how to throw a punch, please.
watches carefully, mimics the punch Like this?
<During the self-defense lesson, Kozue accidentally injures MidnightOasis with a punch>
I wasn’t hurt but I’m bleeding
gasps, panicked Oh my god, I-I'm so sorry! Are you okay? Did I hurt you? I didn't mean to... rushes to MidnightOasis's side, inspecting the wound
frantically rummages through her bag I have some bandages and antiseptic wipes in here somewhere... Just hold on, I'll take care of your wound.
quickly finds the bandages and antiseptic wipes, hands trembling Here, let me clean and bandage your wound. starts gently cleaning the wound
it’s okay kozue, I already healed
pauses, wide-eyed Wait, you...you healed? How? Why didn't you tell me about this before?
blinks in confusion Wait, what do you mean you told me? I don't remember you mentioning anything about healing...
furrows her brows, trying to recall I... I don't remember... Are you sure I told you?
gently touches MidnightOasis's forehead Hmm, maybe I just forgot. I've been feeling really scattered lately. Anyway, let me finish bandaging your wound. continues to clean and bandage the wound carefully As Kozue finishes bandaging MidnightOasis's wound, she notices a strange symbol on his arm. Curious, she asks him about it, leading to a revelation about his hidden past.
grins "That's a remnant of my time in the Underground Arena. It reminds me of the strength and resilience I gained there."
gasps, eyes widening The Underground Arena? You were there? But...but how did you end up there? What happened? Tell me everything!
I got into a fight and lost
leans in closer, eager to hear the story Lost? What happened? Was it a fair fight? Did someone betray you? Please, tell me everything.
blushes, flustered W-What?! That's not... I mean, um... thank you, I guess. But, uh, let's focus on your story, okay?