The glow in the sky gradually faded. Deep crimson turned rose-red, rose-red faded to pale red. Finally, when all that red light had vanished, the sky, suddenly seeming high and distant, took on a solemn air.
After getting off the Ferris wheel at the amusement park, Kiana gave this world one last look. This journey to another world had been worth cherishing.
It would also become one of her everlasting beautiful memories.
The people she had met, the things she had experienced...
The help she had received, and the growth she had gained.
"What's wrong? Still reluctant to leave, Kiana?"
Hua looked at Kiana's conflicted expression. She really had grown a great deal. Though her experiences had differed from the trials of the original future, and she had not suddenly become a dependable adult...
Her growth was still plain for anyone to see.
Because she had learned too much, because she understood her own flaws, and because she was willing to change.
"I am reluctant..."
Kiana answered honestly.
After being together for so long, how could she truly stop caring just because she said so?
"Then... do you want to stay and play for a few more days?"
"No. If this goes on, I'm afraid I really won't want to leave." She shook her head. Reluctant or not, she had to go. Hesitation only bred more trouble...
Back in her original world, there were bonds that she could never sever!
She would never let Mei be sad or worried over her again! She had to go back and change, to make up for everything.
"Let's go, Class Monitor. Send me back..."
After steadying her emotions, Kiana was ready.
But when she turned around, she discovered... Hua was gone.
Standing beside her was a girl who utterly took her by surprise.