I definitely do NOT own La Corda d'Oro.

Oh, and uh, I made the place more like a countryside ^_^

Was there even a tomorrow? After he was gone, I had lost everything... I missed his music, I missed his teasing tone, I missed the way he smiled... I missed him.

I didn't know when or how this happen, I often wake up, drenched with cold sweat and the tugging feeling of fear in my heart. Even dreams doesn't seem comforting at all...

But I know I'll have to keep my head up. I have to keep on living for the sake of those I love and for those who loved me.

It was autumn again. The ground was filled with withered leaves. The trees were painted with yellow, orange, brown, red... Now and then, cool wind blew, making the dry leaves fly everywhere...

Hino Kahoko gazed up at the clear blue sky and gave a sad smile. Nothing had really changed, although four years had passed. She is now in university, trying her best in music and succeeded in getting a small fame for herself. Her long red hair whizzed around her face, following the movement of the wind. Her cheeks were a little red for the weather was turning cold. Two more month, and Christmas would be here. Would he be back by then? The possibility was not high and even seemed impossible but she was not ready to give up hope yet. Her spirit was still urging her to go on.

At home that evening, she fell into a slumber only to be awakened by the sound of someone knocking on her door. She opened it with a thumping heart. But she was disappointed. It was not him. But she greeted the visitor with a smile and welcomed him into her home. The visitor asked her to spend Christmas with him but she declined gently, saying "Thank you for your consideration, but I have other plans." And sent the visitor off politely, his face downcast at the firm refusal.

What was her plan? Yes, what on EARTH was her plan?

She had none; she had only used that as an excuse because she was still waiting.

Dusk had come, its light rays flowing from behind the mountains. A soft, melodious sound of the violin could be heard. The song was entitled "The Promise of Eternity". It was beautiful. The melody was high-strung and expressive, reflecting the heart of the player. People paused by in their tracks to listen, complementing on how well she played.

But nothing matters to her because for her, a complement is only a complement when it comes from his mouth.

The trees were now bare and winter is almost here. Kahoko, with a scarf around her neck walked towards her school when suddenly, a figure in front of her caught her attention.

She can't believe it as she stared at him.

I was disappointed, I was grieved...

He made me wait for him that long. He didn't even give me a call. He had me, all these times, waiting for him anxiously and quietly...

But at the same time, I was comforted, I was satisfied and I was happy...

He did remember his promise after all. He did not just forget all about me. He did come back...

Kahoko gasped softly as the figure in front of her walked swiftly across the road. And as if he could hear her, he turned suddenly, showing a remarkably handsome face. He smiled at her as he saw her staring at him.

Without thinking, she flew into his open arms.

"Yunoki-sempai ! "

And autumn was over, indicating the beginning of a beautiful and white winter...

Hope that you liked it. I always loved to write about seasons ^_^