He didn't show up to school again today. It's the season where attendance really matters, yet the great Tsukasa is absent once more.

I haven't seen Tsukasa since two weeks ago, when I caught a glimpse of him rushing into his house with his face completely covered.

I've visited his house every day, but the only response has been silence. I couldn't find a single trace of his whereabouts.

He seems to be logging into his games every day, though. No matter when I check, Tsukasa is always shown as 'currently active'.

I went to Tsukasa's house again today, just like always. This time, I will definitely save you.

..Tsukasa-kun? Open the door. It feels like it's been far too long since I've seen your face ~

I pop a subtly sweet Ramune candy into my mouth. The gentle sweetness spreads, coating the inside of my mouth.

Tsukasa-kun, you can lean on me when things are hard, ..so can't I just see your face once?