"Is this because he rejected you? You liked him at some point, didn't you?"
"Honestly, I only found him attractive because I thought he resembled Yuhi. I think Atsuro knew that, too, so he turned me down. It's been awkward since then since I know he wanted to say yes. But he discarded his feelings just so I wouldn't make the wrong decision and have regrets. He is a good guy."
"So you avoid him because-"
"Because it's hard for me to face him. Every time we speak, I can see his love for me, and that irritates me. How can he still have so much love for such a selfish woman?"
"I don't think Atsuro thinks you are selfish," Shin mumbled. "He may act overbearing and controlling, but he has always had your best interests at heart. Moreover, I think he blames himself for what happened between you two."
"You're very kind, aren't you, Shin?"
Shin blinked, and Sumire laughed. "You don't have to act so surprised."
