From Afar

If I could tell her how beautiful she is and see her smile that genuine smile, then I'll be happy. But the most I can do is watch her from afar…

I first saw her on television.

She was kissing a skull. Her adorable eyes were wide with surprise.

I knew her school, so I hacked into the database and found her.

Nakahara Sunako. Age fifteen. Five foot, one inch in height. Freshman student at Morii High School.

I watched her from afar, doing what I can to keep her safe.

Even if I couldn't be with her personally, I sometimes feel as though I can reach her.

Maybe that red string of love thing was real…

I doubt it…

There was only one time I came across her in person.

It was almost Christmas and I had to get out of the Headquarters. I just walked around a shopping district and found her shopping for her roommates.

"I'm a bit limited on money," she said to the vender. "Maybe next time," she answered. Her face was frowning.

"Are you sure, Scary Girl?"

"Yes—"

"I'll pay it for her," I said, coming towards them.

She glanced at me, shocked. "I can't accept it," she said, waving me off.

"Don't stop me," I snapped. "You want to buy the crab, right?"

She nodded.

I paid the vender and she took the crab.

"I can't repay you enough," she said with a smile.

It was enough for me.

"It's fine. I don't expect any repayment," I told her. That smile is enough for me. "You know," I said. "You're rather cute."

She frowned. "No, I'm just scary. Thank you, anyway." She turned and walked down the street.

"Maybe you'll believe me someday, Sunako-chan," I muttered softly.

I returned to the Headquarters, feeling much more light hearted.

It was enough—watching her from afar.


yes. L is so a stalker. Don't argue with me on this--you know he is, deel down. XD