She felt awkward, very awkward, but Louna didn't show that on the outside too much. She had a feeling that Waka could sense it, but he seemed to be ignoring it the best he could to. And Louna was very relieved to know that he was really okay with the fact that she didn't like the whole mask-theory. So, everything was going to be okay, right?

After training, Louna had made what she considered a small request. Since the day was nice and sunny, why not go to the beach again? Besides, it would probably be beautiful to see when it hadn't rained. Waka, for some reason almost hesitant to allow it, gave in and tagged along with her. Her expectations had been met. The sight of the beach was indeed something extraordinary.

"Waka," Louna called out, standing at the edge of the sand where the waves rolled in. Her head was turned slightly, but her eyes were resting on a piece of high land far out, wisp of hair covering her mask thanks to the wind.

"Hmmm?" Waka hummed.

"Does someone live out there?" Louna asked, pointing out to what appeared to be a dojo. Waka's interest seemed to be perked a but higher.

"Someone did use to live out there," he answered, walking up besides her. "A very helpful old man who occasionally taught Amaterasu a few things…" Waka chuckled breezily, tilting his head to the side and placing a hand behind his neck. "Well, actually, quite a few helpful things. She improved greatly because of him. But he's moved on to the next life now."

"Oh," Louna said, continuing to stare out at the mass ocean. It might have looked liked she was at deep thought at one point, for she had become almost as still as Waka went whenever he gazed off into the future. She had become silent to, causing Waka to stare down at her curiously, blinking his eyes and wondering what she could possibly be thinking.

"I want…" Louna started, her voice soft and slightly distant, as if her voice was caught in thoughts, "to visit other places one day. I don't know why, but staring out into the sea and wondering where it ends makes me so fascinated with other places."

Waka chuckled again, and Louna shot him a glare. Why did he always laugh at her? Did she really amuse him so much. Waka quieted himself down, then placed the hand he had on his neck on her shoulders.

"One day," he started, turning his gaze to the ocean. "I'll take you somewhere other than Sei-An City."

"Really?" Louna said brightly, her eyes gaining a new shine.

"Yes, really." Waka spoke in his own soft tone, then exhaled a deep breath.

At least there was something to look forward to in her future that she knew about. She didn't say it outloud, but she was holding that as a promise. But there was just one thing that seemed wrong, and she felt like it was something she had forgotten. Something important, and it made her ache.

The city seemed to be bustling with activity from its citizens. Of course Louna's curiosity had been perked, but it seemed Waka was waiting for her to ask. Before the two were off into the air, Louna's eyes came across a young woman with a very pretty kimono folded neatly in her arms. Was there some sort of festival going on?

"The sakura blossoms are in full bloom," Waka explained to her after she asked. Louna just simply blinked her eyes, having no idea what that was suppose to mean. "So," Waka continued, being tolerate with her. "Sei-An City is going to hold a festival. I wouldn't mind taking you if you're interested. You were peering down the whole trip up here."

Louna found herself blushing again, but thankfully her hair was hiding it. He was awfully kind to her, perhaps too kind. But the offer was really nice, and she did want to experience the festival for herself. But didn't that mean everyone was going to dress up in their finest spring clothing? Louna glanced down at her own attire, and though it was very lovely, it wasn't anything to represent something that was spring-themed.

Waka noticed her gesture, also glancing at the kimono he had given her the first night they met. "Hm, I suppose I could find you a new kimono as well. Since you fit that one, I already know your size."

Louna's head snapped up. She wasn't sure if it was embarrassment from Waka knowing the size of her clothing, or if it was for the simple fact he stated he'd get her a new kimono. She was leaning more towards the first of the two.

"Uh, no, Waka. You don't have to get me a new kimono… I'm just fine in this one," Louna stated, glancing back down to the black, slender kimono she was in. She really wasn't sure she could accept anything from him in the first place. It wasn't like she deserved it or anything. "And… as for the festival… I'm not so sure if I'll go. Honestly, as interesting as it seems, I'm not sure if it's something to my most interest."

"I see…" Waka muttered, sounding a bit disappointed. "Well, it's never too late to change your mind until the festival is over. Feel free to ask me before so."

The usual silences felt, and she wasn't sure why, but she almost felt bad for him. Part of Louna had started to wonder what it was like to be in his place, though it was mainly because of Waka figuring out the whole theory about her mask. That, and that fact that he had to train and protect her. Judging from the way she acted towards him a few days ago before trying to lighten up a little, Louna knew she was already a handful.

"Waka," Louna started quietly, the words escaping before she could really find any meaning behind them.

"Yes?" Waka answered.

"Thank you…"

Waka turned his gaze to her, seeming almost confused himself. Louna lowered her gaze to the floor, joining her hands together behind her back. It just seemed like the right thing to say. It was almost as if she were thanking him for his tolerance. She wasn't sure if he figured out what her "thank you" was for, but he glanced over to his right, placing a hand on her shoulder and stopping the both of them. Louna glanced up, noticing that they had come to her bedroom door.

"You're welcome," Waka said cheerfully, holding the door opened for her.

Louna smiled faintly, then walked in.

A/N: I hate to make this chapter so short, but it plays a big role in Louna's personality. More so, it's based around the things she has come to realize, with or without noticing. Waka's role isn't too big in this chapter, but he's still important there or not. This chapter also has another importances for Louna. She seems to have forgotten something~.