Akihime played with Ren's hair and just sat with her all day. They didn't do much of anything but she didn't mind. She loved Ren and was glad to have her in her life.
Later that night, Takechi came in, a small bag in hand.
"Ren," he called and Akihime held onto her tight, "come out here."
"D-Don't go..." Akihime pleaded softly, "Please, my heart can't bear it."