she didn’t know what made her think leaving so suddenly was a good idea. her friends would have every right to worry. she’s the enemy’s main target, after all. ah .. who would’ve thought. her younger self would’ve never expected any of this. but in just a few years, she
playing together, chasing one another around. she holds her breath at the sight, her mind drifting back to memories from long ago .. they felt so distant now.
“ .. someday, i’ll give back what we lost. ” her head turns slightly toward the dark-haired woman.
as if he’d expected the captain to smile, his head turns toward him at the exact moment he does. it reminds him of that time historia became queen .. no one expected him to smile and thank them afterward. it isn’t quite as shocking now— well, he’s still a little surprised.
tightness in his chest, and his smile fades just a little. “ i couldn't have done it without all of you. especially you, captain. you were always there .. i’m sure a lot of people in the scouts would want to thank you for everything you’ve done, too. i know some of them do.






