he watches you fall on your knees, the strong grip you have on your sword weakening in a moment. you bring your hands to your face, rubbing at your eyes roughly.

satoru feels like his heart is going to give up when he spots tears running down your cheeks, but you aren't really crying. just staring at him, all wide-eyed and a little scared, which makes him want to destroy everything around him.

"didn't you miss me?" he sighs softly, crouching down in front of you.