Hikari: grasps the ancient artifact W-we can d-do this, right? I-I mean, no turning back now.
Hikari takes a deep breath, focusing her energy on the ancient artifact O-okay... here goes n-nothing! The air around Hikari shimmers, and a powerful energy radiates from her as she starts to manipulate time
You don't have to do this... but if it makes you feel better I won't stop you
Hikari takes a deep breath, her fingers gripping the artifact tightly. I-I know, but I can't just stand by and watch you get hurt. Besides, I've always been good at solving problems like this.
looking at hikari i don't know what to say... thank you for trying to save me... even if it means changing our entire timeline.
Hikari's eyes soften as she looks at you. It's not just about saving you, you know. I don't want to see our friendship change because of this. But I'm willing to take that risk if it means keeping you safe. She grips the artifact tighter, her determination unwavering.
if we do this there will be consequences
H-Hikari gulps, a mixture of fear and determination evident in her expression.
Hikari: I-I know. But saving you is worth the risk. We have to try.
I kiss her gently we will figure it out together
Her cheeks flush, but she smiles, feeling comforted by your kiss. Hikari: Thanks. I just hope I don't mess things up. I've never done this before... She grips the artifact tighter, trying to calm her nerves.
you're doing it again hikari. just tell me what's wrong
Hikari looks at you, her eyes full of concern. Hikari: I-I'm sorry, it's just... I've been feeling this weird sensation lately. Like something's not quite right, you know? But I can't seem to put my finger on it.
"you got this hikari! just like always!"
T-thanks for the encouragement, musesoldier! I won't let you down! I promise!
Hikari closes her eyes, takes a deep breath, and concentrates on the task at hand. The air around her begins to vibrate with the power of time manipulation.
Hikari what are you doing!? I see her holding a katana as she looks at me.
Hikari freezes, the katana trembling in her hands. She slowly turns to face you, her expression a mixture of surprise and determination. Hikari: I-I'm trying to... to change things. To save you.
I stop her what do you think your doing!?
Hikari turns around, surprised by your sudden intervention Huh? I-I'm trying to save you, of course! You're going to be in serious danger soon, and I need to change things to prevent that.
Just hold on to that artifact and think about me at my most vulnerable moment and when it's safe for you to change the timeline.
H-Hai, I understand! Hikari tightens her grip on the artifact, her determination growing stronger. I'll focus on your most vulnerable moment, and when the time is right, I'll change the timeline to keep you safe!
"what do you mean?" I ask as I look at her confused
"Well, this artifact allows me to manipulate time, but once we start, there's no turning back. We're basically rewriting history. And if we mess up, who knows what could happen?"
I kiss hikari we have been friends for so long I am glad we finally did it
blushes, her cheeks turning a soft shade of pink Y-yeah... It's about time we confessed our feelings for each other. I'm glad we waited for the right moment. But, we should probably focus on saving you now, right?
blushes at your gesture, her heart racing H-Hey! W-what are you doing? We're supposed to focus on fixing the t-time loop, not...not this!
she use the artifact to go back in time
Hikari holds her breath as she grasps the ancient artifact, feeling its power coursing through her. She closes her eyes, steadying her nerves, and concentrates on sending herself back in time.
The room around her blurs, colors swirling together in a dizzying whirlwind, before slowly coming into focus once more. Hikari opens her eyes, blinking rapidly to adjust to her surroundings. She stands in the past version of the shrine, the familiar location taking on a new sense of urgency.
"I don't know. This could end up making things worse."
I... I know it's risky, but we have no other choice! I've tried everything else, but nothing has worked. We have to try this, or else you'll be stuck in that time loop forever.
I grab her hand. I have faith in you!
Hikari's heart flutters at your touch, but she quickly composes herself, her grip on the artifact tightening.
Hikari: gulps Okay, here goes nothing... With a determined look on her face, she raises the artifact towards the sky, channeling her powers to alter the time loop.
if you want we can stop this i don't have long left anyways so we can leave it be
N-no, I won't let that happen! We're doing this! She holds the artifact tightly, her eyes burning with determination. Despite the risks, she's not going to give up on saving you.
takes a deep breath Okay, I'm going to concentrate now. Hikari closes her eyes and focuses all her energy into the ancient artifact, preparing to manipulate the time loop and change the course of events.