Birthday Funk


Cast:

Cure Lovely, Aino Megumi - age 15
Oreski, Kizuna Reo - age 24


October, 2014

Is any man more alone than when his friends have forgotten his birthday? There are most likely many such, but in the moment Oreski cannot think of any examples. Even if he could, he is more concerned with his own situation, which is exactly that. As he walks along the top of the river embankment, he gives voice to his frustration with a wordless scream.

"Are you okay?"

Only now does he notice Megumi, who is sitting down near the water. She is more dressed up than is usual for her, and gives the impression of a classy young lady.

"Of course, I'm okay! I am strong! Healthy! Even if my so-called friends cannot be bothered to remember my birthday, I am still the best, without a doubt!"

"It's your birthday too? Happy birthday."

"Thanks..." Oreski frowns. "Could it be, you are skipping out on a birthday party?"

Megumi nod, then stands up. "I needed to clear my head. I think I'm okay now. Would you like to come? We have cake."

"Me, crash a birthday party?" He seems to be considering it.

"It's my party, so you wouldn't really be crashing."

"Still... you're what, fourteen years old?"

"Fifteen, starting today."

"Fifteen, huh. I'll have to pass this time. Maybe in another five years."