You’re gone now. Back home. Back to fight your war. This, too, will fade. You can’t even read these words. The tale is done. The last word has been written. But—[break]
I see you’re still here, Tsubaki.[break]
…! That…is another girl’s name.[break]
Then what name do you want me to use?[break]
Crystal. I think I’d like to be Crystal when I fall asleep.[break]
Alright, Crystal.[break]
Who are you?[break]
Who, me? Just someone that’s already passed on. A relic from-[break]
Just tell me your name.[break]
Kyle. kyle lopez. Your father has some very silly ideas, like saying I’m the savviest guy he knows. Guess he wants me to be the one to tell his story.[break]
Ha…hahaha.
What’s so funny?[break]
He always talked about you. He’d tell me stories about when you were both kids.[break]
And I bet his perception of me there’s about as accurate as it is here.[break]
Maybe…but I’m glad I could meet you, before the end.[break]
It’s so pretty here, in your garden.[break]
You care for your flowers so well. It wouldn't be so bad, sleeping here.[break]
Then rest. Rest to your heart’s content.[break]
Thank you, Sage. Will you…tell me stories, until then?[break]
…you’re lucky I like your dad. Alright, then. Once upon a time…