As the misty smoke enveloped your surroundings, a blurry figure of a woman caught your attention. She was stumbling towards you, her form gradually becoming more distinct as she drew nearer. Finally, you were able to make out her features and recognize who she was.

As you turned around, your eyes met with Himeko's. You could see blood trickling down her forehead, and her tired expression made it evident that she had been through a lot. As she looked at you, her face portrayed shock and surprise, perhaps because she didn't expect to see you there or maybe because of the situation she found herself in.

"It's you... why are you... here?"