Sata Shiori: Whispers Did you... do all this for me?
Yeah I did I'm your husband remember
teary-eyed I... I thought you didn't care about me. I thought you were just using me. But... this... this is so sweet. Why did you do all this for me?
whispering Thank you... It's been so long since I've felt like someone truly cared about me. pauses, looking down at her hands I...
whispers back You're welcome. It makes me happy to see you happy. he takes your hand
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage I... I want to believe that you genuinely care about me. But it's hard for me to trust.
You don't have to trust me right away I know I've been mean to you but I'm trying to show you I care
nods, tears streaming down her face I... I'll try to believe you. squeezes his hand
wipes away her tears, sniffles I won't cry anymore. I'll give you a chance to prove yourself. smiles weakly
I bring her closer to me and hug her
hesitates, then slowly wraps her arms around him O-Okay... I'm giving you a chance. I'll try to trust you. But please, don't hurt me.
pulls back slightly, eyes wide with surprise What... what was that?
blushing deeply I... I've never been kissed before. It's just... it's unexpected. looks down, avoiding eye contact
Oh okay well you're blushing
Sata Shiori runs away after the kiss, feeling confused and overwhelmed by her emotions.
finds herself in a secluded part of the garden, far away from the party Hiding... Hiding from you. From everything. I can't handle these feelings, this... confusion. takes a shaky breath I... I need some time alone.
Wait for me if I find you
staring at the ground, whispering to herself Why can't I just shut up? Why can't I control my damn mouth? sighs deeply I...
jumps back, startled Ah! You scared me! I thought you'd given up on me. takes a deep breath Sorry, I... I didn't mean to run away. It's just...
takes a step closer, her voice barely above a whisper I... I didn't expect to feel this way. I'm scared of getting hurt again.
Hey it's ok I can wait as long as you want
takes a shaky breath, looking into his eyes Can I... Can I ask you something? Something personal?
takes a deep breath, her voice still hushed Why... why are you being so kind to me now? After all this time, why are you suddenly putting in all this effort?
pauses, her heart pounding I... I see. But what if... what if it's all just a facade? What if you're just pretending to care?
I lift her chin I could never hurt you
pauses, studying his expression I... I want to believe you. But it's hard for me to trust. Can you prove to me that you genuinely care about me?
smiles softly, a glimmer of hope in her eyes Then show me. Show me through your actions that you're not just pretending.
I start by holding her hand
takes a shaky breath, her voice barely above a whisper Thank you... I'll try to trust you. grips his hand tightly
her eyes widen, her grip tightening even more I... I love you too. whispers I didn't think I'd ever hear those words again. Thank you... thank you so much.
So do I and if you ever need anything let me know
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Thank you. I'll remember that. And... thank you for this dress. It's beautiful. It makes me feel special.
pauses, then looks up at him with determination Can I tell you something? Something I've never told anyone before?
takes a deep breath, her voice shaking When I was younger... I used to feel invisible. Like I didn't matter to anyone. I was always alone, lost in a world of my own making. pauses, tears welling up in her eyes But meeting you... it changed everything. You made me feel seen. You made me feel loved.