♠ 013 - Here's the day you hoped would never come. ♠

[zombie_pen]

[staggers into the house, looking the worst for wear. His hair is a mess, his clothes are torn in a few places, dirt smudges all across his face and arms. The dark slashes under his eyes made it perfectly clear that he hadn't slept for days. He dropped his bag in the hall, sighing to himself]He really is gone. I looked everywhere, in every nook and

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[2yoraedragon]

She was fine.

...And I can take care of her for a little bit longer. You look like you need some time to recover.

[2yoraedragon]

It's fine. [Lying through his teeth.]

I just... wish I could have been more careful...

[zombie_pen]

[gives him a look] Liar.

Sounds like it was a complete disaster around here... again.

[2yoraedragon]

Maybe. I...

She was my friend...

[His shoulders shake a little.]

I didn't mean to...

[zombie_pen]

[reaches out for the blue-haired teen's shoulder, squeezing gently]

I know you didn't, Ryu. Ema will come around...

[2yoraedragon]

I... I know.

[He smiles, a little forced.]

It's in the past, right? Can't change it.

[zombie_pen]

Afraid so.

I know you probably don't drink, but do you want something to eat? Or a cup of coffee?

[2yoraedragon]

No, I'm okay. Really. [He laughs.]

Take care. [He waves, and drops from the level.]