Dear Haruka
Dear Haruka,
Maybe someday I'll be able to give this to you or even tell you, but right now I'm too afraid. I wish I could be as brave as you are. I remember when I first saw you. I was painting in my studio when my friend asked me to come with her and watch the track race. She said that two of the best runners were racing today. Believe me, Haruka. Until I met you, all I wanted to do was paint and play music. Somehow I made myself say yes. When we got to the track I wasn't sure I wanted to be there. I didn't belong. I was thinking about going back home when I saw you, Haruka. I grabbed my friend's arm and asked, "Who's the girl with the short, blond hair in lane 3?" "Oh, that's Haruka Tenoh. People say she's as fast as the wind and no one has beaten her yet. Next to her in lane 4 is Elsa Gray. She's in second place right now." She didn't know I knew Elsa but I didn't feel like telling her. I couldn't help it, Haruka. I stared at you the whole time. You were beautiful, like a goddess. When you ran you were as graceful as a cat and as fast as the wind. When the race was over I wanted to meet you. My friend headed home and I looked for you. Elsa found me and introduced me to you. I was scared to death, Haruka, but I tried not to show it. You didn't seem to notice the disappointment on my face when you choose to turn away. I could feel an attraction to you and I could feel evil leaning toward you, trying to get at you. I stayed near you to protect you but I don't think you ever noticed me. When the creature attacked you I was scared for you. Then I saw the transformation pen and my heart soared. You were my partner. But I had to give you a chance. You were running away from your destiny, Haruka, with such a passion I thought you would leave it and all it stood for. You surprised me, Haruka, when you accepted it. Now we're partners again and until the end of time. I hope you're not sorry. I think I love you, Haruka, and it scares me. We've been through a lot. You probably don't like me like I like you. To you we're probably just business partners. I wish I could be brave like you. Maybe someday you'll read this and you won't turn away.
Love,
Michiru