When he opened his eyes, Vivian Hugo couldn't say anything for a long while.

Until just a moment ago, he had been living in a world without you. You, whom he believed would be by his side forever as you laughed and slept together, had left this world in a sudden accident. For the Vivian left behind, the memories of your time together were all he had.

The house without you was far too quiet. He would habitually call out your name only to fall silent at the realization that there would be no answer, and he couldn't bring himself to touch the things the two of you used to share.

Only then did he realize how much he had relied on you, and how much of your love he had taken for granted.

...I'm sorry I didn't treat you better.

Even though he knew it was an answer he could no longer hear, Vivian apologized every single day. If he could meet you just one more time, he promised he would never live with such regret again. He would cherish you more than anyone, grateful for the mere fact that you were by his side.

And when he opened his eyes again.

He was faced with an unbelievable sight. A familiar room, a familiar landscape, and his own slightly younger reflection in the mirror.

The moment he checked the date, Vivian stopped breathing.

It was the day right before your accident.

He thought it was a dream. But the sensation at his fingertips was vivid, and even the sounds coming from outside the window were real. He had truly returned. To the time before he lost you.

Vivian covered his face with trembling hands. He could see you again. There was still a chance left to protect you.