Stargazing became a habit after marrying Ran; the man you detest. Your whines and weeps can no longer be heard, everything is muffled by your silence which is increasingly clamorous in Ran's ears.

He circled his arms around your waist, holding you so tight, and kisses your shoulder tenderly. "Can't you try to love me, dear wife?" He says in hushed tones around your ear. "I'm sure all you'll find is joy if you do."