Shirou walks down the street with his school bag hanging over his shoulder. The warming rays of the sun shine down upon the red head as she walks along the empty streets. The cool breeze wafts across his face as the carrying the scent of scent of a fresh new day. The closer het gets to the school the more of his fellow students seem to appear out of nowhere. As he approaches his home away from home, he can hear soft voice in the distance.

"Shirou!"

Turning to face the individual calling his name, he notices the shy, purple haired Sakura Mato briskly advancing towards him. Giving her a friendly smile, Shirou begins to engage her in conversation.

"How are you today Sakura," giving the shy girl a respectful bow.

"I'm fine Shirou. I hope you are doing well today as well," she says reciprocating the body gesture.

"I'm doing fine as well, Sakura," he answer raising his head high. "How is Tohsaka?"

Sakura shifts her glance to the gray, concrete sidewalk upon hearing the question. After the events of the Grail War, Sakura and the raven haired Rin slowly began interacting with each other more frequently. Though the two are sister, an uncomfortable vibe still resonates between the two siblings.

"I haven't had contact with her since she left town."

"Left town…?"

"I'm sure she's just busy with secret magus stuff," Shirou says releasing a small laugh.

The atmosphere between the couple is suddenly filled with the vibration of the school's huge, bronze bell blaring. Taking the ring of the bell as a sign to get to their destination ASAP, the two gently nod their heads at each other and make their move towards their destinations.

The late afternoon sun showers its rays upon the land as students hastily make their way from the school's building. Excitement filled conversation and the sound of rumbling footsteps overtake Shirou's sense of hearing as he stares up at the sky, captivated by the nostalgia caused by the colors in the lighting and colors in the sky.

"I wonder how she's doing."

Crossing through the gates of the schoolyard, Shirou has exits the grounds of his daily prison. Making a sharp right turn, she begins his all too familiar journey to a quiet home. At least it will be quiet until later.

"I wonder Sakura will be cooking tonight," he asks himself imaging dishes that range from spaghetti to curry.

"That should be the least of your worries," A female's voice says breaking his concentration.

Turning around, Shirou takes in the image of the black hair Rin Tohsaka, leaning against the wall connected to the gate. A sense of happiness washes over him as he advances towards the young woman.

"Tohsaka, you're back!"

"Did you think I would die because I left the city for a couple of days Shirou," she asks removing herself from the stone wall. "Did you miss me or something?"

"Not really, but Sakura did," he says with a playful grin on his face.

"I will have to apologize to her; I didn't mean to go that long without communication."

"I'm sure she will be happy to hear from you," Shirou says giving her a nice big smile.

"I'm sure she will, however; the news I have to tell you won't have you feeling the same way."

To Be Continued…