A/N: Hey there, guys! I'm pretty new on the fanfiction scene, and this is my first fic here. English's not my mother language, so bear with a little grammar mistakes! ^^'
Digimon Shinkai
Prologue: A New Beginning
Strong rain is falling over Shibuya. During this night, many people search for shelter, patiently waiting for the rain to stop. Other people simply watch the scenery and try to relax.
Many would say that such scenery gives away an air of melancholy. The colorless Shibuya, being invaded by countless water drops and strong wind, without a single soul walking past the usually crowded streets.
But to me... such sight is marvelous. After all...
My life is hanging on by a thread.
It's only natural that I would start admiring those simple things.
Sitting on a wheelchair, a man watches the rain through a window. His pale skin and dull colored eyes can be seen when thunder roars outside. The lighting brightens the room for a fraction of seconds.
With silent steps, a person approaches the man by the window, not saying a word. Suddenly, the man starts coughing violently.
"...are you feeling well?"
"..."
For a moment, the man remains silent. A serene expression takes over his face. He slowly opens his mouth, speaking in a hoarse voice.
"Are you watching the rain too...?"
"Yes, I am."
The person beside him has a sad expression on her face. Eventually, she musters up the will to speak again.
"...what is so interesting about the rain?"
"I have always thought that the rain is something beautiful. It washes away all of the evil and impurities that we humans do. And then... everything touched by this rain is reborn.
"..."
The man manages to give a small smile. His eyes that were intently watching the scenery, now turn to the person to his side.
"Can't you feel it, Miku...?"
"Feel... what?"
"It's coming. Everything will turn into zero... and begin once more."