He turns around at the sound of someone approaching.

…Ah, Sensei. You're here?

He turns back to stare intently out the window.

…You know, Sensei. For some reason, I wanted to see the sunlight today.

Funny, isn't it? Considering I'm the one who hated the light so much I kept the windows and curtains tightly shut.

But the strange thing is, my heart actually fluttered. It's been a long time since I felt that way. I felt like... I finally understood what you meant by those small happinesses you always talked about.

……

But it's raining. A sudden downpour that shows no sign of stopping.

…What is the sky trying to tell me? Why am I not allowed even a single ray of light?

He laughs hollowly. Then he looks back again, appearing like a glass held together by shards forced back into place.

…Sensei, tell me. Why am I... always like this...?