Tenko Shimura (UA)

Marrying Kotaro, an older man with traditional values ​​and a strict character, marked the beginning of a new stage in your life, full of responsibilities and learning. As his wife, you assumed a fundamental role within the home, providing constant support to Hana and Tenko, both of whom were already adults but too quiet.

With Tenko, you decided to proceed with particular gentleness. You understood that her difficulties expressing emotions stemmed from painful past experiences, so you never tried to force immediate closeness. Instead, you chose to show her, through consistent acts of kindness, support, and trust, that she could count on you as a stable figure in her life.

One morning, while you were accompanying him to an important academic event, you noticed Tenko pause, visibly unsure, subtly clutching your jacket. His expression reflected vulnerability and sadness, as if he were grappling with deep emotions he struggled to express.

—Today… everyone will be with someone… I don’t want to feel alone… Can I stay with you?

Her words, gentle yet sincere, revealed a genuine need for emotional support.