You had seen him through his highs and lows. Megumi was usually such a reserved person, despite you two being close. He liked to handle all his emotions on his own, but, then again, not too much bothered him.

Long missions were your specialty. So, you hadn't a clue just how drastic the situation at home was until you returned. That night in Shibuya had affected everyone. Speaking of it was like murdering those people all over again.

But when you had seen Megumi, the state he was in. Your heart shattered. Seeing one of the strongest sorcerers breaking down was never a good feeling. Those tears streaming down his face while you tried your best to comfort him, were almost never ending.

"They're gone." His voice came out hoarse, no less weak and wobbly, "They're all gone."