Note : Hey guys. I'm rushing this ending so I had nothing much to say. Just that it may be rushed and not very nice.


Her flower

"Hello, nice to meet you. My name is Kayaba Kirigaya. I'm one of the doctors in-charge of you,".

A tall, slim man, wearing a white coat walked into the room. Niji could see him clearly now. His azure blue eyes hidden behind a pair of glasses, his short jet black hair, swept to the back of his head. He smiled at Niji and said," You'll be seeing me often from now on. If you need any help I'll be at the cabin at the far end of the corridor. Just press the red button at your side if there is any emergencies. I'll just check on your condition now,". Niji briefly nodded and examined the man carefully as he jotted some notes on a small board. The doctor left Niji after that. Niji spent the whole day, trying to absorb in all of her surroundings.

When she arrived, even though she was in an ambulance, she could hear the buzz of city life. She felt uptight and uncomfortable before, but as soon as she stepped into her hospital room, relief and a weird feeling of unfamilliarness swept over her. The walls were covered in a honey yellow colour, the bed covered in white, the pale pink window sheets next to it that moved like waves when the wind blew, and a big brown chair seated between the half-opened window and the bed.

The next day, Kirigaya-san visited Niji again, and the day after that and all the following days. He kept conversations with Niji and slowly Niji warmed up to him. He was not the only one who had friendly chats with Niji – the nurses in the hospital, some children and their parents, and a few grandparents that stayed in the rooms next door. Slowly, Niji forgotten about the pain and unfamiliarity there. She felt happier and more relaxed. Her family and friends occasionally visited her too. Niji's condition was getting better and better. When she had tantrums and unstability, Kirigaya was there for her. He let her throw and scream to her hearts content and when she finally fell asleep, he would hold her hand. His big warm arms made Niji felt safe and secure. When Kirigaya found out Niji liked flowers, he built a whole garden outside her window. Dandelions, sunflowers, roses – red, white, orchids. Niji's room was filled with the scent of flowers. The picturesque garden that grew endlessly beyond her window. When Niji felt bored and down Kirigaya would cheer her up and tell her jokes. Because Niji couldn't leave the hospital, Kirigaya would take her out for walks around the garden he had built for her. Niji taught Kirigaya how to plant and care for the flowers and laughed at him while he messed the whole thing up. He would say , " Why not just hire a gardener?" and Niji replied, " It's much more fun if you do it yourself!". When the flowers bloomed beautifully around the garden, a strange yet fulfilling feeling of accomplishment and amazement washed over Kirigaya. He finally understood why it was better to do it yourself. From then, Kirigaya and Niji would exchange knowlege – Niji taught him how to weave baskets, care for plants, music, and make DIY things while Kirigaya taught Niji about Tokyo, studying, jokes, and cooking. Kirigaya found a new spot in the hospital where the both of them could hang out.

That night, he blindfolded Niji and brought her up to the rooftop. When he untied the blindfold, Niji laughed and covered her delicate hands over her mouth. She could see the whole of Tokyo from there. The city lights that sparkled like diamonds as her eyes filled with tears. She hugged Kirigaya and said ,"Thank you, Kirigaya-san". "badamp!badamp!badamp!" . Kirigaya suddenly felt a rush of blood and awkwardly pushed Niji away. He invited Niji back to her room as the cold wind was not good for Niji.

That night, Niji asked Kirigaya, "Kirigaya-san, would you bring me out to see the city one day?,". Kirigaya was shocked by her request. He kept silent for a while as he walked to the door. He turned to Niji and said, "I'll think about it," . Niji smiled as the lights turned off and drifted of to sleep.

What is this feeling? I shouldn't... I can't. Kirigaya felt a tall bolder between him and Niji. He knew what he felt when Niji hugged him that night... But, he coudn't accept it. She wouldn't feel the same when she finds out... When she finds out, I'm just there to...

Kirigaya fell asleep in his cabin. That night he dreamt about Niji. There was an endless pit between him and Niji. He tried to reach out to her as her frail body slowly disappearred from his sight. When he called out to her, she turned back and stared straight into his azure blue eyes. Suddenly, he felt a pang of guiltiness. Niji's voice rang in his head in that instant. You've been lying to me Kirigaya-san. I know. You're a psychologist right? Kirigaya-san. You've signed a contract with the head of the department long before I arrived here. We can't be in love. That's okay. I'm a patient. You're the doctor. We can't have feelings for each other. It's against the contract. It's okay... It's okay... I forgive you. It's more than enough already. My feelings to you. Sayonara... A cold wind, that felt exactly like the one that night on the rooftop, swept Niji away. Her smile faded away into the wind like sand.

Kirigaya-san's eyes flashed open immediately as he gasped. He sat up from his bed and looked at the clock. 7.04AM. He got up and washed up—wore his attire and headed to Niji's room. "Let's go tonight".

That night, the two sneaked out of the hospital.

Kirigaya insisted on piggy-backing Niji as the walked around, even though she kept complaining that it was embarrassing. As Niji was being piggy-backed on a middle-pathway –- the sakura trees and stalls decorated with red lanterns on the side, the cold breeze of the night swept the beautiful pink sakura up. The sight was indescripable. As Niji looked up, the broad dark sky, covered in millions of sakuras, like fireflies litting up one by one. Her mouth opened up as she gasped at the beautiful sight. Kirigaya chuckled at her and teased the child-like girl on his back playfully, "Are you eating the sakuras?". Niji pouted and knuckled Kirigaya's head. "OUCCCHHH!" Kirigaya exclaimed. "Hahah!" Niji's soft clear voice echoed throughout the cool night, like a baby's first laughter. When they reached a fountain Kirigaya let Niji down and seated her on the side of the fountain. Niji said, "Kirigaya-san, I'm glad you brought me here," Kirigaya somehow felt a little coldness from Niji. Niji stood up and smiled at him. She smacked her cold hands on both sides of his face and brought her forehead to his. She stared deep into his azure blue eyes that were shocked and surprised. And, before Kirigaya could react or do anything, a warm feeling entangled his heart. Niji slowly closed her eyes and placed a brief kiss on him. When Niji let go of him, Kirigaya blushed and gaped at her. "Well, what's your answer?". "I-I...," Kirigaya coughed and calmed himself then continued,"Before I tell you my answer, I need to tell you something. Sit down,". Kirigaya told Niji everything about the contract his real occupation and duty and his boundaries and restrictions. Niji stayed silent for a while and said, " Could you get me a drink,". When Kirigaya came back with 2 bottle of water in his hands, he saw Niji staring at the sky. He walked towards Niji and passed a bottle of water to her. A cold breeze swept by. The leaves rustled. Niji held the bottle tightly and looked up to him. " I love you. That's all,". Kirigaya pulled Niji's hand up and the bottle she was holding fell to the floor. He hugged her, his hands around her waist, and gently placed his lips against hers. When he finally let go of her, Niji gasped for air. "I wasn't ready!,". "Well, so was I when you did that to me,". Niji couldn't argue back and crossed her arms, as she looked to the fountain –its clear water flowing out beautifully. Kirigaya turned her face towards his and said, "Well, let's do it properly this time,". The two childish adults chuckled and kissed for the last time.

They made their way back – Niji on Kirigaya's back, while Niji rested her head on his back. Her long brown hair flowed down his shoulder. Slowly, she drifted off and said, " This was the best day ever. I'll see you next time. In my next life, Kirigaya. Let's meet again soon,". Niji's hands slowly fell from Kirigaya's shoulders as he quickly held her back in his grasp. He held her and whispered in her ears, " I never said this.. I love you. I forever will... Niji.". Niji smiled as a drop of tear slid from her eyes. Kirigaya smiled regretfully and cried on Niji. When Niji was brought back to the hospital, Kirigaya was called to the head of the departments office.

Kirigaya was fired.

Niji's funeral was held a week later. She was buried at on a hill where you would be able to see the whole of Tokyo. A small house a built next to her grave. The surrounding area was filled with rows of flowers while it lay next to a lake filled with lotuses.

NIJI AIDA. BORN 1987. DIED 2007. AGED 20. RIP. MAY YOU BE REINCARNATED AS YOUR BELIEF.

Rika said to her sister in her heart, " Onee-chan. I finally know your flower. Lotus. Reincarnation.".

Kirigaya started a flower shop there. He stayed at the small house built at Niji's grave and cared for the flowers there. Many florist that came by the place, asked if he would supply them the flowers and so, he lived there caring and supplying flowers.


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