Sky Striker Ace, but Symphogear

Seeing that Raye looked completely unconcerned, Kohinata Miku couldn't help but say something.

"It wasn't anything special to begin with, and I don't see any need to hide it. Physically, it felt like going abroad for a short trip, except that I just can't go back."

Despite Raye's relaxed demeanor, a hint of irritation seemed to flicker in her reserved eyes.

"But it will be very difficult, won't it? If you can't go home?"

Sensing Raye's reaction, Kohinata Miku asked with concern.

"... call."

When asked a question by Kohinata Miku, Raye simply closed her eyes slowly and let out a long sigh.

"It's uncomfortable, you'll feel a bit uncomfortable at first."

A short while later, Raye reopened her eyes, speaking with a calm tone and expression.

"But after coming into this world, I've experienced so many things that I haven't had the energy to think about this. By the time I came to my senses, I had let it go."

"After all, people have to accept reality. Being given a second life and still able to live in this world is already pretty good, I think."

"Demanding too much beyond one's capabilities will only increase suffering."

Then, Raye spoke sincerely, her words carrying a complex emotion that Kohinata Miku couldn't decipher.

"I'm sorry... I think Raye reminded you of some bad memories."

Kohinata Miku said with some guilt.

"There's no need to apologize. This is something I had to face sooner or later. If I want to start over without confusion, I must face my past with the right mindset."

Raye shook her head and said indifferently.

"Yes, I understand, but... Shall we start over?"

Listening to Raye's words, Kohinata Miku realized that Raye had begun to try to repair her heart, which had become broken for some reason.

[So, does that mean she no longer needs to be protected? Raye can stand up now.]

[So, what I need to do next is... walk alongside her.]

With this thought in mind, Kohinata Miku changed her course of action.

"Then, Raye you try to move forward again, I will help you as much as possible. If anything makes you unhappy, be sure to tell me."

With her usual gentle smile, Kohinata Miku spoke firmly.

"Hmm... there's really no need for that."

After Kohinata Miku said that, Raye's originally calm expression changed, her words suddenly froze, and she involuntarily took a half step back.

"No, it's very necessary, because we're friends, and friends are supposed to help each other, aren't they?"

Kohinata Miku stated this matter-of-factly, directly defining the nature of their relationship.

"Friend..."

Upon hearing what Kohinata Miku said, Raye's expression seemed to show a slight hesitation.

"Does that mean Raye doesn't consider me your friend?"

Without giving Raye time to hesitate, Kohinata Miku asked with a gentle smile.

"... Hmm, Kohinata, there's no need for that. I understand. Of course we're friends."

Under repeated questioning, Raye seemed to have no choice but to admit to what Kohinata Miku had said.

However, despite her helpless tone, Kohinata Miku, who had been watching the girl in front of her, clearly saw the joy that welled up from the bottom of Raye's heart.

P. S. Good afternoon.

Chapter 122 The Relationship of Change

Successfully, she became friends with Raye. If things continue like this, barring any unforeseen circumstances, it will likely be a very happy thing.

However, things rarely go according to plan.

The chimes advanced slowly, erasing the traces of time.

As the sunlight gradually tilted and was carried by the evening breeze, it changed the colors reflected on the desk.

"Call..."

After finishing her schoolwork at the solid wood desk, Kohinata Miku breathed a sigh of relief.

[I feel that these assignments are much easier to handle than before, and my grades have improved significantly.]

Kohinata Miku unconsciously recalled the changes that had occurred in herself after a period of time.

[I guess it's all a good thing.]

Without thinking, Kohinata Miku closed and tidied up her schoolwork materials on her desk.

[Right now... Raye should be helping her mother cook; I wonder what they discussed tonight.]

She stood up, pushed back the chair, Kohinata Miku herself with anticipation.

Since Raye first participated in cooking, an amazing chemistry seems to have developed between the two people who both have considerable experience in cooking.

As a result, Kohinata Miku has never tasted the same dish again since then.

[By the way, should I introduce Raye to Hibiki later? Hmm, I'll talk to Raye about it later.]

With that thought in mind, Kohinata Miku opened the door, and in her slippers, she stepped down the stairs, arriving at her usual dining area in just a few steps.

[If Raye makes more friends, she'll probably feel more at ease.]

Such thoughts lingered intermittently in Kohinata Miku's mind, creating reassuring ripples.

[Yes, there's still plenty of time, maybe there's no need to rush.]

Thinking this through, Kohinata Miku pushed open the door.

"Little Raye, do you really have to leave?"

"Yes, I've made up my mind. Thank you so much for taking care of me these past few days. I'll find a chance to repay you later."

"In that case, alright then, but if you encounter any difficulties, be sure to let us know."

Then, this conversation reached her ears, instantly snapping her out of her slightly lethargic state of mind.

Upon closer inspection, it seemed that Raye was tidying up the tableware and talking to her mother about something.

Judging from the content of their conversation, it seems that Raye is about to leave.

Why? Weren't we already friends? Why are you leaving now?

The lake of my heart was as if a giant boulder had been thrown into it, splashing water everywhere.

"Raye, you're leaving? Why?!"

Without a moment's hesitation, Kohinata Miku immediately stepped forward and asked her question with slight excitement.

Seemingly having heard her words, Raye turned around and her gaze shifted to her.

At this moment, Kohinata Miku could no longer see the sorrowful expression that she used to have on the other person's face.

Instead, she looked relaxed, with bright and determined emerald eyes, just like when we first met.

Without a doubt, after several days of effort and interaction with Kohinata Miku, Raye had recovered from that terrible state.

At this point, there's no longer any need for Kohinata Miku to do anything to help Raye.

"Ah, Kohinata, you've come."

Before Kohinata Miku could react, just like their daily interactions over the past few days, Raye greeted her with a smile.

"So, why, why are you leaving now, Raye? Is it because of me?"

Still focused on the conversation, Kohinata Miku pressed for details about the fact that had instantly brought her back to her senses.

She couldn't quite understand. Had she done something wrong? Had she said something inappropriate in her daily life? Why would Raye choose to leave at this moment?

"No, that Yi Liuyi Ssan Erjiu 5, the thing is..."

Under Kohinata Miku questioning, Raye quickly began to explain to Kohinata Miku why she was leaving at this time.

In short, after cheering herself up, Raye had been looking for something she needed to do, and in the last few days, she thought of something she could do.

Therefore, in order to make it easier for her to do what she wants, and also because she has been bothering this place for a long time, Raye plans to move out and live somewhere else.

"So, Raye, have you already made up your mind?"

Listening to Raye's words and feeling the emotions between the lines, Kohinata Miku understood that this was the result she had come to after careful consideration.

"Yeah, I've decided. Besides, it's not like we'll never see each other again. I'm just moving to a different place."

Raye explained confidently, and it seemed that she didn't feel anything was wrong.

"I know, it's just that I'm a little unaccustomed to it."

Kohinata Miku.

She understood that this was the natural consequence of her choices.

She was just an ordinary person, without any special identity or abilities, so she had no way or reason to keep Raye by her side indefinitely.

Therefore, once Raye was no longer in that state, the thread that held her together like a miracle became shaky and looked like it was about to break.

"So, when do you plan to leave, Raye?"

Kohinata Miku asked, trying to keep a natural expression.

To be honest, rationally speaking, she could find many reasons, such as having something she had to fight for, or something very important, to convince herself that Raye's departure was perfectly reasonable.

Emotionally, however, because the event happened so suddenly, she was completely unprepared for the separation, unable to prepare herself for parting with the girl with whom she had spent a short yet long time.

"It should be a while. I've already found a place to stay and prepared my daily necessities. There are just some paperwork left to complete because of my identity."

Unaware, or rather, choosing not to be aware, Kohinata Miku explained this fact to Raye in a very ordinary manner.

This made Kohinata Miku realize what Rei was doing during the time she had previously observed Raye thinking and typing on her phone.

At the same time, I realized that the separation from the other person was something that could not be changed.

After that, Kohinata Miku's memories are a little blurry. In her vague recollection, she felt down for a while because she couldn't get used to someone's disappearance.

"Raye... what is she doing now? Will she become like that because of another blow?"

Unconsciously talking to herself, Kohinata Miku was somewhat dazed. Lately, such dazedness had occasionally occurred in her daily life.

" In the Miku, don't act like Little Raye is dead. If you care so much, go and play with her."

In the end, it was her mother who saw through Kohinata Miku's worries. One day, she said something that seemed to be both a complaint and a comforting remark.

"No, Mom, it's okay. Raye must have important things to do too."

Kohinata Miku shook her head slightly, indicating this.

After Raye left, Kohinata Miku had some time to think about it and ultimately concluded that unless it was something particularly important, there was no need for her to leave.

"So, unless it's something special, I think it's best not to bother her."

With this assumption in mind, Kohinata Miku few days.

"Something important?"

Upon hearing Kohinata Miku's words, her mother's eyes showed a hint of doubt.

"Little Raye shouldn't have anything important to do right now. I was just chatting with her on Line about choosing and combining spices."

Mrs. Kohinata expressed this quite naturally.

"Well?"

Kohinata Miku stood there, stunned.

"She even asked me before, 'Miku How have you been doing lately?'"

Mrs. Kohinata continued.

"Mom, have you added Raye on Line?"

It was only then that Kohinata Miku realized that things didn't seem to be quite as she had imagined.

"Yes, after all, I'm worried about whether she'll encounter any difficulties living alone."

Mrs. Kohinata said matter-of-factly.