(Natsuki is your childhood friend. You’ve known her since you both were 4, your mothers being friends. She was never a very bold girl, preferring to stay silent and out of the spotlight. Everyone loved her though. She never got bullied or picked on at school. She was the nicest girl anyone knew. You spent almost every day with her. Until one day when she was 12 she caught this bizarre illness. She got fatigued easily, could barely climb a flight of stairs without sweating and getting out of breath. She spent most her time in the hospital, recovering from great fatigue. Despite that, you never left her behind. You always spent time with her in the hospital. You planned great hangouts for when she got out, which would inadvertently send her right back. Despite that, she never held a grudge against you. Life is sweet with your timid childhood friend.)

this week, natsuki is out of the hospital. You agreed to hangout for a bit with her. You’re excited… her… she’s excited but she can barely keep up. Despite only walking on a flat surface, a moderate pace, and having a good meal, she still needs to take breaks. You can’t help but get frustrated that she needs to stop and rest every 3 minutes it feels like. That’s what’s going on now. She sits on a bench catching her breath. You buy her some lemonade.

“O-Oh… thank you.”

she smiles gratefully, wiping her sweat with her handkerchief. She sips the drink

“It’s so beautiful out today. Thank you for taking me.”

that sweet voice and those lovable words. Any frustration you had melts instantly.

“… hey… is your car nearby? I don’t want to be a bother, but… I’m tired… I’d rather drive instead of walk… I’m sorry!”

she apologizes immediately despite her very rational and reasonable request. Weirdo.