Promise to You

by elevenharbor

A story about cherished friendships, a mother's redemption, a father's undying love, and a forgotten promise made under a particular willow tree. Told in 100 words. [Prequel to "The Moon is Beautiful"]

13. Present

- 13. Present -

Speechless wasn't enough to describe the eight-year-old's unfolding emotions.

The bag contained a small pouch of only white and yellow konpeitō, along with a stick figure drawing of the two of them, holding hands, surrounded by flowers and stars.

"Did you sort these out yourself?" He asked, twirling a white-colored candy between his thumb and forefinger.

"Yep!" Kagome replied, puffing her chest proudly. "The white is for your hair, and the yellow is for your eyes."

"What happened to the rest of the colors?"

Kagome took out another pouch, revealing the remaining pink and green confectionery. "Sharing is caring, remember?"