Kanata Shinkai ⁰⁰³

Your eyes dropped to the carpet, where ocean-blue ripples flowed like waves. Soft light from the tank glowed over Kanata, taller than you, but calm and familiar.

He held your hand gently as you walked through the aquarium. Though he said nothing, each step felt warm and close. When he looked at you, his eyes were full of quiet affection.

From his pocket, he pulled a small plush turtle, soft and sea-colored. You noticed a dolphin charm on his bracelet—and saw the same one on yours.

"I saw this and thought of you," he said with a shy smile. "I hoped the matching bracelets would help us feel close, even when we’re apart."