章 6: Chapter 6
I gazed at the sky, leaning against the tree, while playing with my bandages. Since I started wearing them, girls seem to pay me less attention. The bandages hide the most prominent and beautiful part of my face, coupled with the fact that my hair stands on end every time I wear them. I still don't understand the logic behind that, but I simply didn't dwell on it too much. The thing is, all of this diminishes my attractiveness a bit. Which, for me, is a good thing. I was already tired of constantly being pursued by pubescent girls who only focus on the superficial. When I saw those scenes in anime, I thought they were just exaggerating, but I see that I was wrong. Or maybe, the logic of the anime world also applies here.
Changing the subject, two days had already passed since the news of my adoption. Only three more days remained until they came to pick me up. I really didn't know how to feel about it. But I felt that there were more benefits than drawbacks. I'll finally get out of that place full of noisy kids, have more chances to access the internet, and won't have to follow a daily routine.
Despite the advantages, there was something that worried me: Yui. She still didn't know, and I didn't know how to tell her. Before coming to this world, I was a withdrawn person. I really didn't like getting to know more people, and the people I hung out with in my previous job I didn't see as real friends. But Yui was different. I don't know if it's because she reminds me of myself in high school or because I feel sorry for her, but I truly consider her a friend.
The idea of separating from Yui weighed on my heart. I didn't want to leave without saying goodbye, but I also didn't want her to feel bad about my departure. After thinking about it a bit more, I decided it was better to tell her now than wait until the last day. Sooner or later, she would find out. I waited for Yui while mentally preparing myself, but when I heard the approaching footsteps and saw her in the distance, I knew I no longer had time. Well, I guess I'll have to improvise.
"Hey, Yui," I greeted.
She saw me, her eyes finding mine behind the bandages. A small smile appeared on her face. "Hello, Satoru-kun."
I decided to address the issue directly. "I have something to tell you."
Her expression changed slightly, as if she sensed that something was wrong. "What's going on?"
I swallowed, trying to find the right words. "In three days, they'll come to pick me up. I'm going to be adopted. From what they told me, I'll be moving far away."
A shadow of concern crossed her face, and her eyes reflected surprise. "Adopted?" she murmured.
I nodded regretfully. "Yes, Yui. I wanted you to know. I didn't want you to be caught off guard by this."
She lowered her gaze, processing the news. The distance between us seemed to suddenly increase, and I felt how the connection we shared became more fragile.
"Satoru-kun, I don't want you to go," she said in a soft tone, and that simple statement hung in the air with an emotional weight that I couldn't ignore. Damn, I was never good at these sentimental things.
"Yui, there's nothing I can do..." But before I could finish explaining, Yui turned around and started running.
"Yui, wait!" My shout did nothing to stop her, and I didn't do much to chase after her.
Well... That was worse than I expected. Should I follow her? No, she'll get over it. Kids at that age easily move past these things. I don't even remember what my friends were like at that age. I'll just wait for her to get over it. I just hope it's soon; I don't want to leave without saying goodbye to her.
I continued fiddling with my bandages, waiting for the recess to end.
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The next day.
I don't think she'll get over it that easily, I thought as I looked at the empty spot where Yui used to be. Should I look for her? This will be the last day at school. I really don't want to leave without saying goodbye. I was in the place where we used to meet, so I didn't have many options on where to look.
I decided to search for her, hoping she hadn't gone too far. I moved through the school hallways, searching for that familiar black mane or that calm face. Minutes passed, and with each explored corner, my concern grew.
Finally, I found her in a corner of the school backyard. She was sitting on a bench, staring at the ground. Her expression showed no signs of having overcome what I had told her. I approached cautiously, feeling the weight of the situation.
"Yui..." I called softly, unsure of how to address the situation. She looked up, and her eyes conveyed a mix of sadness and confusion.
"Satoru-kun..." she murmured but didn't continue. Words were unnecessary to understand that she was hurt by the news.
I sat next to her, saying nothing at first. Words seemed inadequate at that moment. We just shared the silence for a while until I finally spoke.
"I know it's hard, Yui. But I don't want to leave without saying goodbye to you."
Yui nodded, but the sadness still weighed in her gaze. I knew I couldn't change the situation, but I wanted to at least make sure she understood how important she was to me. Or so I believed.
"I'll always remember the good times we shared here," I added, seeking to offer some comfort.
My words didn't seem to completely alleviate her sadness, but at least they drew a small smile from her. We stayed together on that bench, sharing silence and each other's company. As the end of the day approached, I felt the need to say something more.
"Yui, even though I'm leaving, you'll always be my friend." Yui nodded again, this time more vigorously. It seemed like my consolation had found a place in her heart. The bell rang, indicating that we had to go back to class.
We got up from the bench, and as we walked back to the classrooms, I knew that the time we spent together would always occupy a special corner in my memory. Or maybe not? Who knows. I was never someone who grew attached to friends for a long time, but I feel like this time is different somehow.
I sighed. It was a real shame. I had hoped Yui would say something like, "Satoru-kun, I'll miss you so much. Satoru-kun, don't go, I won't be able to live without you! I'll never forget you!" Well, at least she didn't seem sadder than she was when I told her.
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I sighed as I closed the door behind me. I descended the stairs with my suitcase in hand, encountering the caregiver once again. Her expression was understanding, as if she could read my thoughts.
"Satoru-kun, keep in mind that this will always be your home. If you ever decide to come back, we'll be here to welcome you with open arms."
I thanked her with a smile and headed towards the van that would take me to my new life. As I distanced myself from the orphanage, a mix of emotions coursed through my being.
The van ride was silent. I looked out the window as familiar landscapes faded away, giving way to an uncertain future. I thought about Yui, about school, about the laughter and jokes under the tree. My heart tightened with nostalgia for the moments left behind.
Finally, we arrived at my new home, a two-story middle-class house with a garage, indicating they had a car. That was good. I observed the facade, trying to imagine what my life would be like here. Anxiety and anticipation mingled within me as the van came to a stop.
As I descended from the van, the family that would welcome me came out to the entrance. A smiling, seemingly friendly couple greeted me. The woman approached and hugged me tenderly, while the man shook my hand. Their gestures were warm and welcoming, and although I didn't know what to expect, I felt a bit comforted.
"Hello, Satoru-kun! We're excited to have you with us," the woman said with a friendly smile.
"Hi, Satoru. We hope you feel at home," added the man.
Without wasting time, I abruptly interrupted, "Do you have internet and a computer?" The adults were momentarily unsure of how to respond, and the caregiver behind me offered an uncomfortable smile, as if apologizing for my behavior.
The woman and the man exchanged surprised looks before regaining their friendly smiles. "Yes, of course, we have internet and a computer. You can use it whenever you want," the man responded with a nervous laugh.
"Great! We'll get along then. My name is Satoru, nice to meet you," I exclaimed, feeling relief at the positive response.
Without saying more, I walked into the house. A nervous smile appeared on the parents' faces as they saw me enter.
"I see I wasn't exaggerating when I said Satoru is quite a character," the man commented with a light laugh.
"We can handle that," the woman said, trying to ease the situation with kindness.
The caregiver gave them a relieved smile. "I'm glad. Satoru is a good kid, just a bit... restless."
"Everything will be fine. We prepared for this day," assured the woman, trying to convey confidence.
"Alright, I'll leave Satoru in your care, Gojo family," said the caregiver as she walked away towards the van.
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FanDeFic Hello everyone! I'm back. Sorry for the delay; I had an accident and had to go to the hospital. The pain didn't let me write. But I'm better now and ready for the weekly update.
Did you notice the MC's behavior? I wanted to make him someone who doesn't get too attached to people. But he's not a cold person either. Something like what Nobara told Itadori about his perspective on seeing the world.
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