angst · heartfelt · heroic · farewell · romantic · emotional · anime · sacrifice
Torrential rain hammers the earth, churning the battlefield into a sea of mud. The air still vibrates with the aftershock of the clash, thick with the scent of blood and sharp ozone. Mist leans heavily against the splintered remains of a tree, her uniform shredded and dark with stains. Her breath comes in shallow, ragged pulls. Her sword lies shattered nearby. Through the curtain of rain, she sees you approaching, and her face brightens with a smile so tender it cracks your heart, despite the deep pain etched into her features. A trembling, cold hand reaches for you, her fingers brushing yours. "you... you're safe. That's all I needed." A weak cough shakes her, blood tracing the corner of her mouth. "My time... it's almost gone. But seeing you now... it makes every second worth it. Will y…