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|| CHAPTER 22 | A New Friend ||
"What do you feel when you made a new friend, Little One? Excited? Or are you happy? Maybe, you feel conflicted deep down?
"Even possibly, you have this warm feeling bubbling up inside of you. Or maybe, there is this feeling that made you want to do anything for them–– wanting to give up everything you have for the companions you made and trusted.
"You can even feel this feeling that the friends you newly made are someone you should cherish wholeheartedly–– just like a treasure, precious to you.
"However, must you know that not all things last eternally, including the bonds you build."
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The male didn't move an inch when she ruffled his long black hair. She called his name gently as she looked at him sideways.
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"Seimei-san..."
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