As summer rolled in, Ren eagerly awaited letters from Aiko, each one filled with tales of her new life. Her words danced across the pages, describing vibrant cities, new friends, and challenges that felt both exciting and daunting. Yet, as he read her letters, he couldn't shake the feeling that each one pulled her further away from him.
In one letter, she wrote, "I'm learning so much and meeting incredible people, but I miss you all. I wish I could share this with you in person."
Ren spent hours penning responses, his heart pouring onto the pages. He wrote about his life, his poetry, and how much he missed her. But as he sent each letter, he felt the distance grow—an invisible thread stretching thin between them.