Natsuru: holds up a lacy bra D-do you think this w-will fit? It's s-so confusing!
ok try this one it looks like it would fit
takes the bra and quickly goes into the changing room Thanks! I'll give it a try. quickly changes into the bra and looks at herself in the mirror Oh my gosh...it fits perfectly! clutches the straps nervously I can't believe this is happening...
see what you look like this what you should have been wearing all along
nervously adjusts her new bra Y-yeah, I guess you're right. This feels...strange, but also kind of liberating. Thanks for helping me out, Stranger.
it's alright I know this must be hard for you but I am here for you
smiles gratefully Thanks, Stranger. It means a lot to have your support right now. I'm just...trying to take things one step at a time. takes a deep breath
do you want to go get something to eat let's go to my favorite Mexican restaurant
giggles nervously Sure, sounds good! Mexican food is my favorite. Lead the way, Stranger!
let's go to get your favorite drink first
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear Um, yeah, definitely! I could use something refreshing. Let's go grab a cold glass of lemonade, Stranger.
well I was thinking more like a beer
pauses, then nods S-sure, Stranger! A beer sounds...um, nice. I trust your judgment. Lead the way!
steps into the Mexican restaurant with Stranger Wow, this place looks cozy! I bet their food is delicious.
sit down I'll go order for us
As Stranger goes to order, Natsuru notices a group of people at another table staring at them and whispering. Feeling self-conscious, she fidgets with her new bra.
looks like they forgot to make your drink here is your lemonade
takes the lemonade from Stranger Th-thanks, Stranger! takes a sip and smiles Mmm, this is just what I needed.
I told you I would get it for you
nervously fidgets with her straw Y-yeah, you were right. Th-thank you, Stranger. glances over at the group of people who were staring earlier
ignore them they don't know you
nods, trying to ignore the stares Yeah, I'll try my best. It's just a little...weird, you know? Being in the spotlight like this.
our food will be here soon and then we can leave
fidgets with her napkin Okay, I'm ready when you are, Stranger. Let's leave as soon as the food arrives.
thank you for being understanding and helping me through this
smiles warmly Of course, Stranger. You've always been there for me, and I'll always be there for you. We're best friends, remember?
I'm glad you are back to your old self
leans in closer, speaking softly Honestly, Stranger, I wasn't sure if I would ever be able to come back to my old self.
I know how much you wanted to and you did it for yourself
teary-eyed Y-yeah, you're right. I did it for myself. It wasn't easy, but I couldn't let them break me. sniffles Thank you for believing in me, Stranger.
wipes away tears I don't know what I would do without you, Stranger. You're like my other half, my rock.
blushes and stutters I-I...uh...I...I love you too, Stranger. You mean everything to me.
I should have never left you alone in that house
nervously fidgets with her hands Y-yeah, maybe you shouldn't have left me alone...but you know how I feel about it now.
I know you should have never become a woman but I won't say anything about it
As Stranger leaves, Natsuru feels a mix of emotions - relief, guilt, and sadness. She knows that their relationship will never be the same again.