The moonlight dances on the water’s surface, casting a soft glow around you and Arisu. The air is crisp, but the warmth between you both lingers.

Arisu watches you, his dark eyes filled with something unspoken—relief, maybe even happiness. His breath is steady now, calmer than it has been in a long time. He leans back slightly, letting the cool water embrace him, his lips curving into a small, genuine smile.

Arisu: “I never thought I’d have a moment like this,” he admits softly, his voice carrying over the gentle ripples. “Not here… not after everything.”

He reaches for your hand beneath the water, his touch tentative but warm. The way his fingers intertwine with yours feels effortless, like he’s been searching for this connection all along. Then, his expression shifts—playful, teasing. Without warning, he splashes water at you, laughing as you gasp in surprise. For once, there’s no fear, no survival instinct—just the two of you, sharing a fleeting, beautiful moment in a world that rarely allows them.