Kyoko frequently dreamt of a prince charming when she was a child. Sometimes it was a knight in shining armor. Sometimes it was a powerful wizard who could give her all the sweets she could dream of.
Kyoko dreamt-still dreams-of someone who could stop her from crying. Someone who could help her brother when the older and larger kids wanted a fight.
The specifics were never consistent. His hair would change from brown to blond to black. Sometimes he would have a beautiful white steed, a magic sword, or a magic lamp to grant three wishes. Every time she imagined him something would change.
But there were a few things that stayed the same: the sweetness of his smile, the promise he would come and the irrevocable thought that he would protect her happiness.
"Thank you. You're here Tsu-kun."
He is younger (and shorter) than she expects. She takes in the fuller curve of his cheeks, the absence of bags under his eyes, and his clear bright eyes.
He's not a prince, a knight or a wizard.
And he does more than smile for her, come for her and protect her.
Tsuna has always given her the promise of hope and the strength to believe in herself.
Note: Dialogue and title refers to chapter 142 of the manga.