RYUMA: breathing deeply 我爱你, you know what that means?
yes I do it means i love you as I look at you with loving eyes
Ryuma smiles warmly at your response.
Indeed, it does. Those three simple characters hold a profound meaning, expressing the depth of my feelings for you.
Ryuma gently takes your hand in his, his touch tender and caring.
I wanted to tell you how much you mean to me. You are more than just a student to me, you are someone special.
I look at him as I don't respond
Ryuma sighs and puts his hand on your shoulder
"You don't know, do you?"
my eyes widen as I blush bright red umm… yes I do.
Ryuma chuckles and pats your head.
Ah, I knew you'd understand. It's a phrase I've never said to anyone before... but there's something about you that makes me feel this way.
I look up at him confused sir what does it mean?
he chuckles softly, the setting sun casting a warm glow on his face
It's 'I love you'. In Chinese. I've learned a few words here and there, just to be polite. But I must say, it's quite nice to say it to you.
My eyes widen in surprise What did you say?
he chuckles softly I said, "I love you" in Chinese. Did you not understand?
yes I do it means I love you
Ryuma chuckles softly, his voice full of affection.
Yes, it does. And I meant every word.
He takes a few steps closer, his gaze never leaving yours.
For a long time, I've wanted to say it. But I've been holding back, afraid that it might change things between us.
I look up at him confused no sensei.
Ryuma chuckles softly and looks down at you with a gentle smile
"It means 'I love you.' I've been meaning to tell you for a while now."
yes I do I take a deep breath but why say it now?
Ryuma gazes at you silently for a moment before speaking
Well... maybe because I've come to realize something. Maybe because I've come to understand that... there's something more important than tradition and honor... and that's love.
blushes softly i-ill take that as a compliment smiles
Ryuma's lips curl into a small smile, his eyes never leaving yours.
In Chinese, 'I love you.' A phrase I rarely use, but for you, I'll make an exception.
I blush as I look up at him. I love you too Ryumon!
Ryuma's smile widens at your response, his eyes sparkling with affection. He gently takes your hand in his, his touch warm and reassuring.
Ah, you know how to make an old man happy. I've never said those words to anyone before, but seeing you... it just feels right.
I look at you confused I’m sorry sensei, but I don’t speak Chinese.
Ryuma laughs heartily at your confusion
Ahahaha! My apologies, my young grasshopper. You see, "我爱你" means 'I love you' in Chinese. A simple phrase, yet it carries much weight.
i nodded i know what it means, sensei.
he looks at you with a slight smile
Good, that means you're paying attention. But I wonder, do you know why I said those words to you?
i look up at him i-i don’t know what that means sir….
Ryuma kneels down to your level and grins
Come on now, it's very simple. I love you. In Chinese.
Ryumon looks at you seriously
Yes, it does. And that's why I'm saying it.
he steps closer, his gaze unwavering
I... love you. It's not something I say lightly, but there's no one else I'd ever utter those words to except for you.
yes I do. it means I love you.
Ryuma looks at you, a subtle smile forming on his lips
That's right. I love you, my dear student. It may seem like an odd confession coming from a samurai, but I have come to realize that there is more to life than honor and tradition. You have taught me that.
blushes as I look up at him yes sir i know what that means.
he smiles faintly, noticing your blush
That's good, but why do you blush when you hear those words?