As they neared Pipra's parents' shop, the playful mood between her and Seiji began to shift. She didn't want him to leave her side, not after everything she'd been feeling all morning. She had already gotten so used to having him close, and now the thought of him slipping away, even for a short while, tugged at her heart.
Seiji noticed her hesitation and gave her a reassuring smile. "I still have some business to take care of," he said casually, his tone light as if it were no big deal.
Pipra's face fell, a pout forming on her lips. "But I don't want you to go yet," she admitted, her voice soft, almost pleading. She knew she was being a little childish, but she couldn't help it. She didn't want to lose sight of him, not even for a few hours.