Kasumi inquired if Himiko desired to have a name. A brief silence ensued, and after a moment, Himiko nodded slowly. At this juncture, a gentle smile curved on Kasumi's lips as her eyes subtly narrowed, her smile mirroring her demeanor.
Chapter 4 - Acknowledging or Transforming Oneself
"So... Based on your attire and appearance, you are... Hm, I can't quite explain it well, but you are Black and Red. Your clothing consists of a white uniform underneath and a black student dress on the outside. As for your appearance, you have crimson eyes and pink lips, complemented by fair skin and long black hair. Your bangs also extend down to your eyebrows," Kasumi remarked as she looked up at Himiko, her gaze starting from her waist and gradually ascending to her face. When her gaze reached Himiko's face, she momentarily paused in her speech. Suddenly, she realized the beauty of Himiko, causing a slight blush to tint her cheeks. Her eyes widened a bit, and her eyebrows raised. Her smile faded as she became mesmerized.
"You're quite pretty, are you aware?" Kasumi asked. In response to her question, Himiko's gaze shifted downward, a hint of concern in her expression. She recalled the group of teenagers earlier who claimed to know about Dark magic and the man who had grabbed her wrist. The man who had looked angry at her earlier. Himiko answered with a nod, saying, "Thank you."
"So, if we're going to think of a name that suits you, it should have a connection to your appearance and identity," Kasumi said. Here, she placed two of her fingers on her chin and looked upwards, indicating that she was deep in thought.
"Hmm, how about 'Kuraihime'? This name perfectly represents the mysterious nature of a maiden, as well as her beauty as a citizen of Darkness," Kasumi suggested in a soft voice. Afterward, she gazed momentarily at Himiko (now known as Kuraihime) and asked again, "Do you also want a surname that you can elaborate on and make known to the world? Imagine having a new name that starts a new chapter for you. You can express it to others, and who knows, the whole world might come to recognize you for who you are," Kasumi mentioned, followed by a light giggle, her words carrying a playful tone.
Responding to Kasumi's suggestion of a surname for Himiko, she nodded in agreement. Kasumi, while gazing intently at Himiko, contemplated a suitable surname. As she studied Himiko, her eyes gradually narrowed as if she was squinting. After a brief moment, Kasumi's expression brightened, and she raised a finger.
"I've got it! How about Uramitsu...? Kuraihime Uramitsu," Kasumi exclaimed. Himiko tilted her head slightly, looking at Kasumi with a thoughtful expression. After hearing the proposed surname, a smile appeared on Himiko's face. In response, Kasumi also smiled, her eyes half-closed as she did so.
The meaning of that surname is "Hidden Kindness." And since you appear good-hearted to me, that surname suits you perfectly," Kasumi stated with a smile, her eyes gently closed. Himiko blushed slightly and returned a smile to Kasumi in response to her words. With closed eyes, Kasumi's glance met Himiko's, and she couldn't help but smile back. "...It's as if I've never experienced this feeling with anyone before," she thought. It seemed as though she had become comfortable and her SoulHeart had softened. However, after a moment, customers entered the bakery, prompting her to open her eyes. "Oh, it looks like it's time to wrap up this conversation," Kasumi remarked, and with that, she stood up from her seat and began walking towards the exit of the bakery. Himiko followed her as they left the bakery together.
Once they stepped outside, the two of them gazed around, taking in the beauty of the surroundings. The enchanting lights, the serene waves of the ocean – everything seemed perfect. Himiko and Kasumi both looked up at the sky, each lost in their own thoughts. After a moment, Kasumi broke the silence, her voice filled with amusement, "We can't really escape the beauty of this place, can we?" She turned to Himiko, her eyes dancing with curiosity.
"In that case... Do you Accept the name we discussed earlier?" Kasumi asked slowly, her head slightly tilted. Himiko responded with a nod, her eyes closed. "Yes. I desire the name you've thought of," Himiko replied, her voice gentle. After hearing her words, Kasumi tilted her head and smiled again. "If that's the case, then I'm pleased to meet you, Kuraihime Uramitsu." This brought another faint smile to Himiko's lips. After a brief moment, Kasumi began walking away, Himiko's gaze following her. Suddenly, Kasumi paused in her steps and turned slightly to the side. "Oh, by the way, if you're interested in becoming a student at Magistrate Institute, just come here at 10:00 in the morning. We can discuss it then." She glanced back at Himiko. "And do be aware, in this world, there are Spirits and Monsters." Himiko's eyes glowed pink as she spoke, her smile bright. With those words, she continued walking, waving her left hand in a playful farewell gesture.
As Kasumi walked away, Himiko remained there for a moment, gazing at the sky again. "Kuraihime Uramitsu... I didn't expect her to provide such a detailed name," she thought to herself. After a moment, she closed her eyes again and began walking.
And now, the journey of Himiko Sato that we started is coming to an end, making way for the rebirth of a new being. Kuraihime Uramitsu... The journey was beautiful, from Himiko Sato, a normal student, to someone who was tragically reincarnated into a world known as Aetheira. Here, with its Six Sovereign Realms, Himiko starts anew as the Sovereign of Hoshimori. The beginning of her new story unfolds, as Kuraihime Uramitsu steps into the spotlight. Her tale in this new world begins now, and we shall be alongside her in this new chapter... You may now rest, Sato Himiko, and welcome, Uramitsu Kuraihime...
The Next Marked of the Story - The Magistrate Institution Entrance Arc shall Begin (from now on Himiko Sato will be referred as Uramitsu Kuraihime)