He heard something hit the ground. His eyes quickly flew to the door and saw her. Her wide eyes were staring into his. He saw disbelief, confusion and pain. She was shaking.
It was like time has stopped.
She gathered herself and quickly ran off. He went after her, leaving his companion behind in his office. She ran fast, but he was faster.
"Fumino…"
She halted, her back facing him.
"It's not what you think it is", said he as he caught his breath.
"…"
"Fumino…It's a misunderstanding. It was an accident!
"Don't take me for a fool… sensei". It was like he was punched in the gut. It's as if she spitted venom on his face. Her tone sent chills down his spine.
This was the first time she called him sensei after a long time.
She looked up. It was already snowing. A sad smile was on her face. Her tears were streaming down her face. This wasn't what she had expected as a "welcome back to Japan".
The cold was starting to sting her skin. She started walking away. Away from him.
"Fumino, let's talk… Don't do this to me."
She scoffed.
"Do what? Walk away from you? Ne, Kazuma, this is not working anymore. My mind won't stop replaying that scene. I…"
"I'm sorry. I lo-"
"Stop! ... I take it back. I am a fool."
"Fumino…"
"How could I believe that you will ever love me?"
Her words sent a painful jab to his heart. He was rooted there, speechless. He can't do anything but watch the woman he loves walk out of his life.
And just like that, it was over.