Feelings

Rewinding to a time when Sakura felt the most miserable—“ Why are my mom and dad never with me? Why must they always privilege their work over me? What have I done wrong? “Sakura, who was six at the time, shed tears uncontrollably. By her side was her guardian angel whom she couldn’t see.“ That poor kid, she’s crying so much. How can I calm her down? “Thinking of a way to cheer Sakura down, Kaito thought of an idea who might just work. Transforming into a human, Sakura at last felt his presence and stopped crying instantly.“ Are you an angel? “ She asked him with her eyes all puffy.In response, he responded, “ What makes you think I’m an angel? Do you like fairy tales? “Nodding, she exclaimed, “ No, not at all. I don’t believe in silly things like that. Only a kid would believe in stuff like that and I’m not one. It’s just that you appeared out of nowhere and also because of your look. ““ My look? ““ Yes, you’re very handsome, due the compliment. “ She concluded her statement.After a while, Kaito asked her a peculiar question. “ Why were you crying, Sakura? “Gasping in surprise, she asked, “ How do you know my name? “Chucking playfully, he exclaimed, “ You claimed I was an angel just a second ago. You never know! I might just be one and using my powers, I might have guessed your name. ““ You mean you can read people’s thoughts, right? ““ Maybe. “ He answered simply.Revealing to him the reason she was crying, she exclaimed, “ My parents are never there for me. They always leave me alone with nannies all year round. I might be a nuisance to them. ““ Don’t stay stuff like that! Your parents love you immensely and I’m sure they would have wanted nothing more but to be with you. “Taking their defense, Sakura asked, “ How can you be sure? How can you be sure they didn’t abandon me? “Gazing at her, he exclaimed, “ My intuition. The intuition of an angel never lies. “From that moment on, Kaito and the young Sakura became friends. Whenever she would feel alone and in despair, Kaito would appear to her as a human to comfort her and offer advice.As time went on, Sakura became more cheerful and was starting to open up to those around her to the delight of Kaito.One day, however, this fairy tale life came to an impromptu end.“ I never asked but what’s your name? “Curious to know what his name was, Kaito introduced himself and soon after, she exclaimed, “ Wow. You have such a unique name. I’ll call you Kai from now on and I hope you’ll always remain by my side. “Beaming joyfully, Kaito didn’t answer anything back. That day, on his way back, he lost his strength and fell.“ You cannot keep going like this. Your body won’t be able to take anymore of this. “Appearing before him was Angel Catherine and she was accompanied by other angels.Helping him up, she exclaimed, “ Return with me to the realm! ““ No. Fluffy, I’m sorry, but I cannot return just yet. “ He nodded negatively and added, “ That child needs me right now and I cannot bring myself to abandon her at a time like this. Please understand! “—“ You care about that child so much because you’re her guardian angel. That, I can understand, but what about you? “—“ You know it, don’t you? If you remain here any longer and in that form, no less, your soul will break. Is that truly what you want for yourself and that child? Do you think she would like it if you were to disappear? “—Touched deeply by Catherine’s words, he exclaimed, “ One more day. Give me one more day. That’s all I ask. “Sighing, she responded, “ All right. I’ll allow you one more day, Kaito. But after that, you’re coming with me, got it? ““ Yes, Fluffy. Thank you. “The following day, meeting Sakura at the usual place, Kaito’s heart was heavy as he had to say his goodbye to her.Noticing his expression, she asked, “ What’s the matter, Kai? Is everything okay? ““ Sakura, I came to say goodbye. “ He exclaimed, sadly.Hearing the heavy news coming out of his mouth, Sakura was shattered into pieces. Despite the way she was feeling, she forced a smile.“ I see. You have duties waiting for you back at home. I can understand that you must go back. Have a safe trip, Kai. “Turning to leave, Kaito held her hand from behind. Remaining silent, Kaito exclaimed, “ I’ll come back to you, Sakura. I may be going home today, but I can promise you that I’ll return by your side. ““ Goodbye, Kai. “Not believing his words even for an instant, she broke free from him and ran away from there. Speeding up as she ran, she thought, “ Goodbye, Kai. It was nice meeting you. Goodbye forever! “Rewinding to the present, Sakura and Kaito returned home. Shutting the door, in a swift movement, she pushed him and he landed on the sofa.Jumping on him, Sakura questioned him about the past. “ Over ten years ago, that boy was you, wasn’t it? ““ When I encountered you at the library, you inferred you have always been by my side but I never acknowledged your existence. Over ten years ago, as I was helpless and shattered, you approached me in a human appearance. That same appearance you appeared in today, didn’t you? “—“ Answer me, Kaito! I want answers. “—Whereas, On Camille and Chriostopher’s side, she was also awaiting answers from him.Facing Camille, he answered. “ You found me out, my lady! I did plan whatever happened today at the restaurant and I’ll even tell you why I did it. “Waiting for an explanation from him, the response she received to her curiosity stunned her.“ All I did today at the restaurant was for my friend, Kaito’s sake. “!!!Noticing her shocking expression, he continued. “ You must be confused, my lady, so allow me to elaborate. “Taking a more serious tone, he exclaimed, “ Kaito and Lady Sakura knew each other from before. From that long time ago, Kaito has always been watching over her even though she couldn’t see him as she had shut her heart. ““ When they met again, more than ten years later, Kaito was overjoyed to the point that he forgot he was an angelic being. What I mean to say is, Kaito has feelings for your friend, although he might not have realized it until today when I informed him he was about to lose the one he loves most. “!!!Gasping in surprise, Camille exclaimed, “ Angel Kait has feelings for Sakura? So, what you did there was help a friend in need. How noble of you, Angel Christopher? “Chuckling, he exclaimed, “ I’m not as noble as you might think I am. Just like you humans, I can be selfish and greedy. Now, let’s go home, my lady! ““ What did he mean by that statement? How am I supposed to interpret it? “ She internally thought, following behind him.Back to Fambrose Residence, Sakura questioned Kaito over and over about the past. In the end, he admitted, “ I never thought you would remember this part of your life, Sakura. After that day, I thought you hated me for leaving you so abruptly. “Remaining silent, he exclaimed, “ I did transform that time, all so that I could be with you. Or rather, I could only approach you in that form as you denied my existence your whole life. ““ When I left you ten years ago, that was to replenish my mana. Maintaining that human body that greeted you every day needed a substantial amount of mana. Had I not left and remained by your side regardless, we might never have met each other again, so I had no choice. “Confused but also curious, she asked, “ What would have happened had you not returned? I’m curious to know, so tell me! “Hesitating a little, she exclaimed after a while, “ Had I not returned to the realm that day, my soul would have shattered and I would have ceased to exist. “!!!“ You would have disappeared? “Unable to control her emotions, tears dropped from her jaws to the sofa. Shocked by the scene, Kaito was about to utter something when Sakura interrupted him. “ All this time, I thought you abandoned me, but in reality, that wasn’t true. From beginning to end, all you ever did was to protect me. You’ve always cared deeply for me, but I couldn’t see any of it. “Despite her tears, at some point, she grinned slightly and exclaimed, “ Thanks for keeping your promise to me, Kai. Thanks for returning to my side just like you promised. “—Remaining silent for a long while, he finally uttered, “ May I ask you something as well? ““ Yes, what is it? ““ What were you doing with that guy at the restaurant? “ Questioning her straightforwardly, Sakura responded, “ Moriyama-Kun offered to help me with my manga project. Sorry for not telling you, but we weren’t on good terms for the past few days. ““ Why? Why didn’t you ask me for help? ““ Is it because I’m not good enough? Is that why you chose that guy over me? ““ No, it has nothing to do with it. “ She answered truthfully to him.Inquiring more about the matter, Sakura exclaimed, “ I didn’t ask you for help as I didn’t want you to feel uncomfortable. “???“ Why would I feel uncomfortable around you? “Answering him, she exclaimed, “ That’s because, whenever I see you, I feel like touching you and I can’t understand why I might feel that way. That’s why when Moriyama-kun offered to help me understand what love is, I accepted without hesitation. “Blushing uncontrollably, Kaito exclaimed suddenly, “ You can use me as material for your manga, so ditch that guy and choose me instead. “Shocked, she reacted. “ What? What are you saying? ““ I’ll help however I can with your manga, so don’t go near him anymore. “ He exclaimed, bluntly.“ Do you even realize what you’re saying right now? “ She asked, dumbfounded.“ Yes. I realize the extent of my words. “ He exclaimed affirmatively. “ No one better than me will be able to explain to you what love is. ““ And why is that? “Breathing in and out, he exclaimed straightforwardly, “ That’s because I have deep feelings for you, Sakura. “!!!