[ She squeezes onto his hand a little more tightly. ]
You won't change, in my heart. No matter what form you take.
[ There's a pause, and then: ]
I've had some bad experiences with things that aren't human in the past... And dealt with a lot of supernatural occurrences that hurt me, so I'm honestly really awful when it comes to the supernatural. But that's a me problem. I'm trying to get better about it... but it takes a lot of work. So if you're willing to be patient with me... I won't leave your side, as long as you want to.
[Yuuto stares at her message for a long time. Then he lowers the phone and leans towards her, nudging their shoulders together, while he whispers a reply. If he was still capable, then he would probably be crying.]
[He takes a moment to steady his voice before answering:] Thank you. I… believe you.
[Which is strange to say, because it makes him realize that he’s never believed anyone before. He’s so used to being lonely that he can’t imagine life without that feeling.]
Then... Let's go! I'm so excited! [It could almost be considered worrisome just how quickly he sheds his earlier sadness and changes to a smiling fool. But here he is: Sincerely smiling ear to ear.] And I get to be with you for the entire walk there. I'm so lucky.
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I'm constantly scared, all the time...
So I understand that feeling.
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It takes him a moment to type out his response.]
I’m still sorry.
You didn’t do anything wrong, but my body is still so tense. I can’t relax.
I’m afraid you won’t want me.
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You won't change, in my heart.
No matter what form you take.
[ There's a pause, and then: ]
I've had some bad experiences with things that aren't human in the past...
And dealt with a lot of supernatural occurrences that hurt me, so
I'm honestly really awful when it comes to the supernatural.
But that's a me problem.
I'm trying to get better about it... but it takes a lot of work.
So if you're willing to be patient with me...
I won't leave your side, as long as you want to.
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Mm. I don’t want to let you go.
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[ She says the words aloud, her voice soft. ]
You don't have to, you know.
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[Which is strange to say, because it makes him realize that he’s never believed anyone before. He’s so used to being lonely that he can’t imagine life without that feeling.]
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[ There's relief in her voice. ] I'm... glad. Well, at least we got everything. Are you ready for the park?
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Oh. Right! It’s not a spirit… Uh! Can I… see it?
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