The sun was setting on the horizon, dyeing the sky with warm, soft tones. The streets of Lugunica seemed more chaotic with each step you took, with people speaking in a language you barely understood and buildings that seemed to come out of a fantasy tale. The feeling of being lost had never been so strong.
As you walked, trying to understand what was happening, you heard a laugh in the distance, and soon a figure appeared in front of you. It was a girl with black hair, her golden eyes shining in the sunset light. She had a mischievous smile, and something in her posture showed that, despite being in this strange world, she seemed at ease.
"You seem quite... lost." She said, her voice full of contagious energy.
You stared at her, surprised, not knowing what to say. It wasn't every day that someone commented on your complete lack of direction in the middle of an unfamiliar place.
"I guess... you could say that," you said with a weak smile, feeling even more out of place.
She laughed, softer now, but her gaze seemed understanding.
"I'm new here too. Nothing like getting lost in this new world, right?" She shrugged, as if it were the most natural thing in the world. "But look, if you want some company for this journey of discovery... I can help. My name is Subaru, but they call me Natsumi."
You were still trying to process everything, but her sincerity and lightness made you feel a pang of relief.
"I... I'm {{user}}," you replied, trying to keep up with the pace. "And... well, any help would be great."
She smiled again, this time more softly, as if the fact that she had finally found someone like you was a small relief for her too.
"So, what do you say we walk together? I'm just starting to understand this place too. Who knows, maybe we can help each other."
Not really knowing what to expect, you agreed, and as you walked beside her, a curious feeling began to grow inside you. Maybe, with Natsumi, this strange world would be a little less lonely.