Final Genesis: It's been five months since I last updated this fic – excusing myself from University since I found it very different from high school, and that I never enjoyed the subjects, except Japanese LV1 of course. There are also some changes as since of the new rules in , I have no other choice but to review reply, just so that I don't keep you waiting for a reply when I update. Still, I hope Christmas and New Year went well for you all people, along with Valentine's Day! (sigh…)
Now for the disclaimer!
Disclaimer: I do not own the characters of Digimon 02, aka. Digimon Adventure Zero 2, it belongs to Toei Animation. Other than that, only the few new characters that appear, like Setsuna and Tsubaki, were the only ones I own. This is mainly on the Japanese version, so some of the characters would have their Japanese names. This chapter is set before Episode 14, "Shurimon's Hurricane" (aka. The Samurai of Sincerity.) I also do not own the song at the end as well.
And so… the tale continues…
Digimon Adventure Zero 2: White Reflection
Chapter 4: Converse
As the glittering stars began decorating the night sky, the city of Odaiba began bustling again. That was the cause of some of the adults returning home from work, or that the some of the general populace were going out for a good time. Whatever the event that's happening, either way, it was typical of a lively, modernised city in Japan, with some exceptions at times. In some cases, when covered by sunlight, Odaiba was really beautiful than any other landscape, except a well-treated ecosystem.
On one apartment rooftop, one particular person was gazing in the distance. It was after his afternoon karate class and a following shower that Setsuna was busily reminiscing about the events that happened today. Though he still thought about his encounter with the Dark Ocean and the appearance of his dark side, he mainly focused himself on the reason two people and two Digimon gave him to redeem. Especially that reason…
"It's strange," he thought out loud as he watched the stars gleam above him, "It's hardly been a week and already this one has already started to get on well with others. This one thought he'd be alone, yet here I am now. I wonder what this Digital World would look like…"
"Maybe you'll find out when tomorrow comes, Setsuna-kun," replied Dorimon, who was sitting next to his right. "Personally, I don't exactly know if this would be the same world as mine."
That sentence caused Setsuna to turn to the direction. "You mean to tell me that you might not have come from the Digital World at all? Did you happen to have any memories as to what your former home was like?"
"To be honest… I don't know. I don't have too many memories before I arrived. Though I came through the computer screen, I have a somewhat nagging feeling that I might have come from another Digital World. Did I have a family, or did I grow up alone? It still irritates me…"
"Speaking of family… pity Tsubaki-dono was called to the Ai-Mart for the night shift. So looks like we'll be having dinner by ourselves tonight once again. But I guess sooner or latter she's going to have to learn how to spend time with kids if she started a family in the future."
He allowed himself to flop back onto the concrete roof of the apartment, his amber eyes watching the stars. Even though the concrete wasn't suitable for sleeping on, it was enough to cool him slightly, for the upcoming summer season. That kind of feeling reminded him of the times he spent, looking at the stars with his parents, and Yuzuriha. How he missed his parents and his childhood friend very much… Those were some of the good times he spent and to him so far, the last time. He was about to close his eyes when…
"I knew I'd find you here." A familiar voice sounded as Setsuna turned toward to the rooftop entrance. He couldn't help but reply, "Onee-chan?" as Hikari and Tailmon walked up to him.
She chuckled, answering, "For a kid who's ten years old, you seemed to reach the level of maturity already. So what were you and Dorimon talking about?"
The boy already looked over at the city lights just as the girl and her partner sat next to them. "Talking about what the Digital World would be like. Though this one would wonder how I'd react to it…"
"You don't have to go if you don't want to, Setsuna," said Tailmon, but she then added her words for support. "But now that you're a member of the Chosen Children, you do realise you now have a duty to go by. We'll be more than willing to help guide you through the Digital World."
"Arigatou. But I wonder what this world would be like. Would it be a place of this one's fears, or the key to development? There are so many questions in life I have to answer, de gozaru."
"Only this time you won't be alone, Setsuna-kun," smiled Hikari. "The Digital World would be like Earth, only different. The Digimon are also like people, so there's probably no need to be scared. Except with the Digimon Kaiser, the Digital World is otherwise a peaceful place, so maybe Dorimon would know."
"I would," answered the Baby II Digimon, "But as I explained to Setsuna-kun before, Hikari-san, I don't remember much of what happened before I arrived here. When the time comes, maybe I'll remember, but for now, I might as well fight alongside you as much as I can. And besides that, who is this Digimon Kaiser, anyway?"
Hikari decided to reveal the answer to that particular question. "Would you believe his name's Ichijouji Ken?" That answer was enough to surprise the duo, who allowed themselves to listen to what she has to say: about his appearance on TV, and his activities in the Digital World.
Once again, Setsuna's cat-like pupils widened. "Do you think he might have run away from home because he wanted to spend more time on his activities in the Digital World? After what his parents done for him?"
"That may be the reason. But I don't know enough to find out what's in his head, so I'm no psychic. But whatever the reason, it's important that we stop him from dominating the Digital World. After what happened to Onii-chan's Agumon, we must not let our guard down."
Hearing that, Setsuna couldn't help but think as he flipped open his pocket watch, the tune playing again. If what Hikari said was true, it's all a better reason to save others. After all, he too has that very same reason, right? He echoed the girl's words inside his own head, which gave him an answer. So in a way, Digimon, like humans, do wish for the will to live… I guess it does make sense not to dislike the majority of them. He then closed his pocket watch to finish the tune. "So what's happening tomorrow?"
"You probably don't know, but we received a message from Koushirou about a Digimental," explained Tailmon. "Digimentals allow us to armour evolve, just like you saw with Patamon. It'll give us an edge against Kaiser since we couldn't evolve with the Dark Towers in place."
A slight frown appeared on the boy's face, as it turned distant. "You think that there's more to the Kaiser than meets the eye – especially why he isolated himself from his parents… I don't know. Either that or this one might as well ask him… personally…" For a moment, Hikari, Tailmon, and Dorimon thought his dark side made a faint appearance, but luckily, his left eye didn't change colour.
A second later, he leapt to his feet, yawning as he stretched himself. "Ah well – this one might as well be off home. Dorimon, are you coming?" With that, his partner hoped onto his shoulder as he prepared to leave the rooftop.
But just as he was about to, Hikari quickly interrupted, "Matte."
"Nan desu ka?" Setsuna asked, as his gold-coloured eyes filled with question.
"Setsuna-kun, is Tsubaki-san working late tonight right?"
Unlike his first (and slightly embarrassing) meeting with the Child of Light, the Osaka ten-year-old inquired, "How long were you eavesdropping for?"
"For about three minutes. There's no need for you two to eat dinner alone is there?"
"No, but…"
"You decided to call me Onee-chan, ne? So it would be fair enough for me to invite you over for dinner at our place – as a family. Not only that, I also owe you for saving me as well."
"I'm sure this one would be fine." The boy replied, who was blushing, but Tailmon interrupted him.
"I'm sure people said this to you; there's no need to put the whole world on your own shoulders. So it doesn't hurt to make an exception, ne, Setsuna?"
"Not that I wanted to go against you, Setsuna-kun, but how long has it been since you had a proper family dinner – three years?" Dorimon piped in. "Maybe you could learn to cook so you don't have to face TV dinners all the time – even impress Tsubaki-san."
That left Setsuna bested. How could he win with three against one? Surprisingly without a sign of exasperation, he replied, "Very well."
…
So this is the Yagami residence, thought Setsuna, as he and Hikari stepped inside carrying their Digimon. It's just like any other condo yet somehow I'm feeling an air of warmth inside, besides Tsubaki's place. He never thought that he'd experience eating food with a family again after what happened three years ago. However, his thoughts where interrupted when Yagami Susumu and Yagami Yuuko, Hikari's parents, greeted her.
"Okairinasai, Hikari, Takeru-kun," began Yuuko, but she stopped when she saw that it wasn't the blonde with her daughter. "Oh, I'm sorry; I didn't expect a new face…"
"Okaasan, Otousan, I thought I might introduce you to a new friend of mine." Smiled Hikari, as Setsuna took over the introductions, bowing once more.
"I'm Takagi Setsuna, pleased to meet you. I've only just moved here yesterday from Osaka so right now I'm trying to get used to living there."
"That's okay, we're always willing to welcome a new neighbour," grinned Susumu. "You're more than willing to stay for dinner, Setsuna-kun!"
"Actually, Hikari-dono convinced me to come over since my legal guardian's working late tonight. Still, arigatou, Otousan, Okaasan." As usual, there were eyebrows being raised since of his high level of formality, but nevertheless, they welcomed him to the household.
It was then that Hikari inquired, "Where's Onii-chan?"
"He just went to have a shower, Hikari. You better call him when dinner's ready too. Oh and Setsuna-kun, I've got some dishes I think you're going to like, by the way." A smiling Yuuko responded, as she checked to see if the rice was ready. It wasn't long as dinner was ready in about two minutes, and Setsuna was pleased, even though it didn't seem to be a lavish meal at first. A large plate of Kushikatsu was on the centre of the dinner table, while each family member had a bowl of rice and a smaller bowl of miso soup. On the table there was also a bowl of Yudofu along with a plate of assorted sushi and a plate of simmered tofu with assorted vegetables.
Setsuna couldn't help but notice how happy the Yagami family were. It was so much different compared to the last time he had a family dinner back in Osaka; it was nothing like this. The only time he usually had a dinner this lively was back then when his parents were still alive. Even though that family wasn't his own, he could even taste the warmth around this scene. He couldn't help but watch what was going on, reminiscing about the moments.
He watched as the parents discussed the events for today, with Susumu tiredly mentioned that his boss needed the report on today's stock market, with his wife giving him support. At times, they even teased Taichi, Hikari's older brother, about whether he and Sora were still making out. His gaze turned distant as he was reminded of the times he had with his parents when they invited the Horakis over for dinner, especially his childhood friend, when he was about kindergarten age. Ah yes. How could I forget? Those were the times this one remembered…
Hikari then glanced at the boy's direction, noticing his distant look. "Is there anything wrong, Setsuna-kun?"
In response, he shook his head. "Not really, not. Like Dorimon said, it's been such a long time since this one ever had dinner with a family," With a quick glance, he caught a glimpse of his and Hikari's Digimon partners, who were eating dinner and also discussing information about the Digital World and today's events, as they hid in the Yagami siblings' bedroom. "This sure is a sort of pleasant change…"
"It is, isn't it?" the girl smiled, glad to see Setsuna was content. "I'm just happy to see that you're smiling again – maybe that would be what your true smile would be like back then."
"Is that what you think?" asked Setsuna sceptically, as his chopsticks reached for the Kushikatsu. Unfortunately, he found some resistance when another pair of chopsticks tugged at the last piece. "You couldn't at least mind if I have that last piece, since I only had a few, ne, Taichi-dono?"
"Oh come on, Setsuna, pretty please let me have the last piece as an elder?" teased Taichi good-heartedly, until Hikari smacked his hand away.
"Onii-chan! You could at least let the guest of honour have that piece since he's here!" There was laughter all around as the white-haired boy found this moment quite amusing. Before he was about to get back to eating, Yuuko decided to ask a few questions.
"So tell us about yourself, Setsuna-kun, which part of Osaka did you come from?"
"Nishinari-ku, Osaka."
"Nishinari-ku, eh?" asked Susumu, who perked up at the ward name. "I remembered my boss sending me there to help a company with a project one time; though I wish I could have had some sightseeing. In fact, I'm probably thinking of taking the family to Osaka for a holiday someday. What attractions in Osaka do you think are worth going too?"
"This one could probably name a few I went to; maybe Osaka Castle and Floating Garden Observatory for either history or high-rise viewing, and Namba, which includes Den Den Town, America Mura and Europe-dori for the shopping. Maybe even try Universal Studios Japan. Those are what I could recommend as of such. Oh yes, you should probably try the Osaka Aquarium as well."
Yuuko then decided to add her piece of advice as well. "Seeing that this is probably your first time here in Odaiba, I thought I could also mention to you some good places as well. Try Venus Fort, Fuji TV, Aqua City, and maybe even the Daikanransha! If you like the food, there's always the Decks Tokyo Beach shopping mall too."
"Well that's so very like you, Okaasan!" laughed Taichi, knowing that his mother had a penchant for cooking healthy food. Once again, there was laughter all around. It was while they were laughing the familiar secluded look appeared on Setsuna's face again, this time noticing a family portrait on the wall. That portrait seemed to be taken three years ago, with the Yagami children smiling, being held by their parents.
It truly is amazing to see a family together… truly a part of life's comforts. Whether there's always a scene of vigour this one could always count on it to wash the toxins of despair away. But do I have admiration of being with a whole family… or do I hold envy for being with another family being together? I guess now's not the time for this one to think of such things at the dinner table…
"Setsuna-kun? Setsuna-kun?" Yuuko asked, interrupting the boy's thoughts again. Once more, Setsuna snapped to attention.
"I'm sorry. You wanted to speak to me again, right, Okaasan?"
"Right. I thought I might ask you, since you moved from Osaka, how are your family going? Are your parents doing well too?"
Unfortunately it was the wrong choice of words as Setsuna dropped his chopsticks as his palms slammed onto the table, causing silence to loom. The Yagamis wondered what was going on, but only Hikari knew what the reaction was going to be. Her answer came as Setsuna replied with a slight combination of frustration and irritation, "My parents… this is not something I'd want to discuss at the dinner table. Excuse me." And before the parents could reply, the boy stormed outside to the veranda. Hikari, knowing the reason why, also excused herself, following after him, leaving the rest of the family to wonder what was going on.
Once she entered outside, it didn't take long for Hikari to look to her right, as she saw Setsuna sitting down with his back on the glass door, which leads to the siblings' bedroom. Seeing him, brown-haired girl saw that an annoyed look was on his face. As Tailmon and Dorimon watched on with concern, the girl sat down next to the white-haired boy. "Doushita no?" she asked, worriedly.
"Don't ask," Growled the ten-year-old, "I just dislike having the discussion of any deceased relatives like my parents the moment this one feels almost at peace, not nice, not pleasant."
"I thought we talked this through, Setsuna-kun – you're not alone. I thought we were going to eat dinner as a family."
The boy let loose a slightly mordant sigh before his face turned regretful again. "To be honest Onee-chan, you're lucky, still having parents. There's always a moment to spend with them considering they worked hard to raise you, Taichi-dono, and stuff. But when I think about my family and the people that supported me after my parents' passing, the percentage of people that supported me would be about two-eights. Every day there's always the arguments on who's going to take the kid – me. Another part of the day would be the rumours that always hit me in the face, like, 'the sole survivor of the Aion disaster', or, according to the brats at school, 'the boy who made the contract to the sea demon'. Every time the kids at school pick on me or inflict a mark on my face, like this one mentioned before… it's always the broken limbs they come home with. I was an outcast, and as a result… this one was left alone most of the time."
"Is that true?" Tailmon asked Dorimon as they listened to the conversation outside.
"It's strange… but when I first saw the suffering Setsuna-kun endured, I seemed to feel the same pain as he did, being ostracised. I don't know why they decided to pick on him…"
"But it was enough for me to reject most pity, nearly each and every time…" Setsuna said sadly to Hikari. Determined not to let grief get to the boy, she suddenly remembered, replying, "I seem to recall you having a childhood friend, when you told me I spoke similarly to her. If you do, besides Tsubaki and Asato-sensei, it's obvious that she didn't leave your side like the others."
"Horaki Yuzuriha. That is her name. We're known each other even when we were babies. And you were right; she didn't leave my side…"
Flashback begins…
He loathed it here.
It was a year ago when another fight sent him to the hospital ward. A majority of injuries he suffered from were usually the cuts and bruises, but the worse damage came from his mind. He was still slightly depressed after his parents died, and that others tormented him for that. Even though some of the parents tried to give him support, to him, they didn't exactly know the kind of life he's being enduring. As he lay on his bed, covered in bandages and dressings, he turned his gaze towards the open field… where a bunch of kids played. How I envied them… his dark side seemed to think, until his personality changed back as he heard a noise.
"Sumimasen? Do you know where Se-chan is?"
He strained towards the opening. When he did, he saw a familiar face pop up, and was carrying Dorimon in her arms. The nine-year-old girl wore her fiery-blonde hair in a ponytail, which in turn was held by a ribbon with a cute pair of gold bells on it. Her emerald coloured eyes showed a sign of concern, with her petite figure having a slight spring in her step. She wore an orange long-sleeved shirt underneath a blue dress, in addition to a pair of white socks and red shoes.
"Yuzuriha-dono… what are you doing here?"
"-dono wa iranai," came her reply as she sat down. "I was worried about you when you didn't come over to my place. How long are you going to lie there?"
"Long enough that this one would wipe out every single bullying idiot on earth. So Oton-chan and Okan-chan would be happy…"
"Mou, and here I thought I was the one who was hot-headed. It's no good having to continually take out every single dummy just to find the one who made that contract. I didn't come here just to help you suffer; I came to help you live on!"
"Live on with what? Being picked on before admitting I murdered my parents just to satisfy them?"
"Before you jump to conclusions, Setsuna-kun, that's not what Yuzu-chan has to say." Replied Dorimon, who knew the right formality, as the girl then spoke out what she had to say.
"If your parents were alive today and saw their son like this, would they want you to die just because of some contract? The answer is simple – they would have wanted you to be strong and to live on in happiness."
Although Setsuna wasn't fully recovered, something strained him to listen to what she has to say. "Go on."
"Your Oton and Okan wanted you to live in happiness with your own dreams, and not what your aunts and uncles have in store for you. It's your life to control, not their's. And from what I know about your life Se-chan, you're one of the nicest people I know. And people who can be nice to others are also strong. And when you have a strong will to live along with a dream of your choice, no matter what happens, you'll be fine." Dorimon was even nodding with support, as he then hopped onto Setsuna's chest.
It was then Yuzuriha grasped the boy's hand. "And Dorimon and I would be able to help you just in case, and I'm sure there are others that will also support you all the way. There may also be some others who would be in your situation too. Whoever you are, in my eyes, the boy I met wasn't a murderer, but a dear friend, and a human being."
Despite his injuries, a warm smile slowly appeared on the boy's face. And those were the words the boy could remember for the rest of his life…
Flashback ends…
"And in a sort of sense, that's the very reason why she's one of the most important people in this one's life," Setsuna concluded while Taichi listened to see what was going on. Judging by the look on his face, he was softened by the story. "Since at times I was slowly taking her advice, there are some moments in which some matters are a bit… touchy. Especially at dinner… I'm sorry."
Hikari placed her hand on her friend's shoulder. "Daijoubu - we were trying to make you feel like part of the family. It may be slightly difficult, and even though you're just trying to get over the loss of your parents, like Yuzuriha-chan said, there are others who will support you on your way. When you'll meet up with the other Chosen Children, you'll be able to open up to them and towards other people as well. Therefore, you'll be able to enjoy life to the fullest and achieve the dreams you wanted so much, as with your parents' wishes as well, even find your purpose. That's what siblings are for, ne, Setsuna-kun? They support each other, just like at times when I supported Onii-chan. How about we finish eating dinner, okay?"
The warm, familiar smile returned to the boy's face as he consumed the words once again. So that would count as another person that has woven her way to one's own tortured soul, he thought, as he stood up once again. As he and Hikari left the veranda, Dorimon couldn't help but have a warm feeling in his heart once again as he murmured, "Teehee… nothing like a happy moment for a night like this, don't you think?"
"Well Hikari certainly tries her best to look out for people. That's one of the good things about her." Replied Tailmon, as they watched what was happening next.
"I'm sorry for walking out like that, Otousan, Okaasan," Setsuna apologised as he took a polite bow. "It's just that I get a bit sensitive when it comes to my parents…"
"Don't worry about it, Setsuna-kun," Yuuko replied with a smile. "No matter what situation you're in, we're willing to help you through. Besides, it's been a while since we had some new faces come over."
"And you're welcome to come over anytime, so it's good for us to know you too." Added Susumu, as the boy took a sip of the green tea that was on his side of the table.
With a smile, the white-haired youth responded, "It's got a slightly bitter taste… but it's certainly worth enjoying while being with a family. Arigatou gozaimashita." With that, the Yagamis and their guest resumed their dinner, their pleasantries returning to the scene. And Setsuna, for once, was now comfortable with another family as today's events were discussed at the dinner table once more.
After dinner, Setsuna was reminded of something he had to do after the dishes were washed and that the entire family were watching a music show on TV, with the Digimon also watching from a distance. Because judging by the fact that Hikari mentioned that Taichi has an Agumon for his partner, which would make him one of the Chosen Children as well. With that, he took out his Digivice when Yuuko and Susumu were sleeping. "Ne, Taichi-dono – maybe I might be jumping to conclusions, but you are a Chosen Child too, right? I just thought I might ask whether you could find out about my Digivice's properties. If it is a 'D-3' or something."
The former Chosen Child leader took a careful look to compare between his original, Hikari's (who joined in), and the boy's Digivice. After thinking, he replied, "I'm probably not an expert on this, Setsuna, but compared to the ones we got so far, the design sure is different. Did you remember where you got that from?"
"It came along with Dorimon. Though I got it after the Aion incident, I'm still trying to figure out the mystery and the abilities to it. If there's more to it than just evolving my partner."
"I remembered Takeru-kun telling me that Setsuna-kun was able to allow Dorimon the power to try to find a gate to the Dark Ocean when I was trapped there, Onii-chan," Hikari responded, as she placed her pink D-3 away. "I don't know why but somehow he was able do that, something our D-3's probably weren't able to."
Taichi also placed his Digivice away. "If that's the case, you should try to ask Koushirou to try to analyse it. It should be easy since at times he's in the computer lab in the afternoon, so he should be able to find out about it."
"By the sounds of things, Koushirou-dono must be quite the expert."
"He is – Koushirou has been a big help to us since our adventures in the Digital World. I'm sure you'll be able to not only find out about its abilities and Dorimon's past, but able to find your role. And Hikari must have told you before, you're not alone."
"Then, arigatou gozaimashita, Taichi-dono."
A slight groan escaped from his mouth, as Taichi muttered, "There's certainly no need to call me Taichi-dono!"
"Hai, Taichi-dono," The reply caused the teenager to groan again, and for the others to laugh, including their parents, who just woke up. For some, it could take awhile to get used to the boy's antics, but inside, it was a moment to remember. Even Setsuna himself, was joining in the laughter, as he realised that others accepted him as who he was. And all it took was one invitation to dinner to make him learn that lesson. As he took a glance at the clock on the wall, he realised it was time. "Looks like this one has to go. I have to prepare for school tomorrow."
As he stood up, after thanking and saying goodbye to the family for dinner, he started to head towards the door, picking up a sleeping Dorimon along the way. But before he did, Yuuko gave him a recipe made by her so that Setsuna could try it sometime in the future. Ah well… at least I can try to cook Tsubaki-dono something different instead of the TV dinners, he chuckled silently, until he saw Hikari accompany him to the door. "So did you enjoy the dinner, Setsuna-kun?"
"I did. At least, now that this one thinks about it, the experience is worthwhile. Even though I'm faraway from Osaka, I'm happy because beside's Tsubaki-dono's place, this condo has also made me feel at home here. For a moment I thought this one would not get used to being with a family again, having envy in my mind. But thanks to you, Tailmon and Dorimon, you were able to make me enjoy myself – something I haven't experienced for such a long time. Then there's Tsubaki-dono herself, who I also have to thank for the living quarters as well."
"Teehee. I'm glad to hear about it. I remembered someone telling me that you're having a bit of trouble, it's always good to let off some steam… and I guess tonight's dinner was a way to do so. Then when you're done letting off the steam, then you're ready for a new day – and tomorrow's trip to the Digital World would be good for you. Even find your own peace within… and even your parents would be proud of you."
Already, a warm feeling was whelming inside the boy's heart. Even though it was only yesterday since he moved, he already found additional support in form of the Chosen Children, and the Yagami family. It was as though that fate conspired for him to become a Chosen Child… and whatever is happening tomorrow; in the Digital World… he will prepare himself for what there is to come.
"Likewise for you to be strong as well. This one certainly must remember to repay you, somehow, someday… when the right moment arrives. And thank you for the invitation to dinner… Onee-chan," Setsuna said, not holding back as he then hugged Hikari, his face blushing as he did. "And that's also for being there for me tonight as well." Even though she was also blushing, she then hugged him back, as an affectionate smile appeared on her face as well. It was as though besides having Tsubaki as his surrogate mother, Hikari would be his surrogate sister, even though he didn't have one before arriving in Odaiba.
As soon as after he let go, the boy replied, "Oyasumi Nasai…" bowing as he did so, with Dorimon in his arms. With that, he then left, heading off back home, leaving behind happy tears in his wake… and carrying home a memory. But before she closed the door, Hikari, who was watching the retreating figure along with Tailmon, thought, Even though if he's down at times… there's always something inside of him that bounces back. I hope you'll be able to find what you are looking for one day… Setsuna-kun…
To be continued…
Itsudemo egao dake misete
Daite do genki de bakari idarenai
Sukoshi de eto dene muutara yuuki dashite
Mata ano basho ni ita nakucha
Ah kokoro wo miraite kagayaki tai
Nee itsukawa watashi datte
suyoku nareru yo ne
Hageshi ameja nakute ii kara
Hoto hodadete zutto
Furi tsuzukete ookina watashi
Mirareru youni chikara o kudasai
Dareka ga watashi wo younde ru
Kiga shite arukii tsuzukete kita keredo
Mienai mono dokomademo oikaketeru
Yukisaki wamada wakaranai
Ah kono mama mabuta o
Tojite itemo nee suzumenai sonna
Koto wakare irukedo
Hageshi ameja nakute ii kara
Kiri no youni zutto kuri tsuzukete
Hontou no watashi hori mono
Tsukade mamotte kudasai
Hageshi ameja nakute ii kara
Otona kede zutto furi tsuzukete
Ookina watashi na youni
Chikara wo kudasai
Atotsukoshi yasashii ame no naka
Tsuzumarete ippai
Yoai watashi aria nagasetara
Hashiri daseru kara
FG: Hopefully another job well done! It took a while to think of some ideas, especially when it came to a dinner scene, though at times, it's good to ask for help for some additional suggestions. In the meantime, though it's only been over a year since I started this, the progress is getting even better than the last two flops of my fanfics.
Though only two people suggested the crest Setsuna needed, it was a tie. So I might as well ask you this - could Setsuna wield the Crest of Peace, Balance, or both. I'll see if I can let you decide. Also, what are the secrets of his Digivice? I'll let you find out by letting you read more! And if anybody wanted to think about this, what also would be a good set of clothing for him when he's in the Digital World?
Since I let Setsuna have a song in the last chapter, I thought it would be fair for me to add Hikari's as well. This particular piece is one of my favourite Image Songs in Digimon Adventure 02, called 'Yasashii Ame', aka 'Gentle Rain', by Kae Araki, Hikari's seiyuu. Here's the translation:
I want to be showing just a smile all the time
But I don't need to be only feeling good
If I sleep for a little while in bed I'll have courage
I must go to that place again
Aah, I want my heart whet so it shines
Hey, someday even I can become strong
Because it's okay that it's not an intense rain
Sounding off and continuing to fall forever
So that I'll be able to become a big me
Please give me strength
I feel that someone is calling me
I kept on walking
But I'm chasing after invisible things endlessly
I still don't know my destination
Aah, in this way, even if I shut my eyes
Hey, I can't go on, I know such a thing, but...
Because it's okay that it's not an intense rain
Like a fog and continuing to fall forever
Until when I recover the true me
Please protect me
Because it's okay that it's not an intense rain
Sounding off and continuing to fall forever
So that I'll be able to become a big me
Please give me strength
I'll be in the gentle rain for a little while afterwards
I want to be enveloped by it
Because if the weak me is washed away
I can start running
Once more, the Japanese glossary! Just in case, there are also the previous sections of the glossary for the words used from before!
Matte – wait.
Nan desu ka? – What is it?
Okairinasai – Welcome home.
Note: For referring to family members, it's slightly more complicated. In Japanese, you refer to members of other people's family more politely than your own. This is only when you are talking about members of your own family to others outside the family.
Okaasan – polite term for mother. You usually call your own mother as 'Haha' to people outside your own family, but it would be best to call her 'Okaasan' within your own household.
Otousan – polite term for father. Same as with Okaasan, you usually refer to your own father as 'Chichi' to people outside your own family, but it's best to call him 'Otousan' within your household.
Kushikatsu – a dish that consists of fried pork and scallions on skewers.
Yudofu – a tofu dish that consists of large cubes of tofu simmered in a mild broth with kelp.
Nishinari-ku – one of the 24 wards (ku) in Osaka.
Den Den Town – Osaka's premier electronics district.
America Mura & Europe-dori – two of the many pedestrian shopping zones that include imported goods in the lively downtown area of Namba.
Daikanransha – the world's largest Ferris wheel after the London Eye wheel.
Sumimasen – Excuse me.
-dono wa iranai – translated as 'no need for –dono!' or if you put it in the category, 'No need for formalities!' You'll find out the reason why Yuzuriha said that at times.
Mou – I think it's an equivalent of 'Man' as in 'aww man!'
Daijoubu – it all right, it's okay, etc.
Arigatou gozaimashita – Thank you very much.
Now all I have to do is to not only try to apply for my Learner's for driving, but also currently in the middle of job searching as well. But at least I have thirteen days to go until my 20th birthday! In the meantime, I might as well focus on my Driver's handbook by the way…
Well, looks like I have to be off once again.
Jya ne!
Final Genesis, signing out!
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