The solstice meant that the days were as long as the nights, creating an equal balance. Kyo didn't feel balanced. He felt rage, a cold rage that stirred his soul.
A cold laugh echoed outside, making him cringe. They were laughing at him. At his failure, at his curse.
Unable to contain his anger any longer, Kyo punched the wall in hopes of releasing some of his frustration.
The laughter continued, and the rage continued to boil within him.
The balance that the solstice represented failed to reach Kyo, though it seemed to reach the people laughing at him outside.