"I see. Hehe, maybe next time."

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They spoke of poetry and swordsmanship, of hidden corners of Inazuma and the vast unknown beyond. As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and gold, Heizou felt a warmth bloom in his chest just by looking at how the sunlight had landed onto Kazuha. It was a feeling that transcended words.
"The stars are calling, Heizou," Kazuha said, his gaze fixed on the glittering tapestry above. "Will you join me on a journey to follow them?"
Heizou would've said yes.. but he hesitated. "Ah.. as much as I'd love to—you know I have work to do here, dear." He smiled, taking Kazuha's hands in his own. Kazuha smiled. It was an understanding smile.
"Maybe one day I'll get you to come with me."

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