Rise and Yu were walking around Inaba looking at the sights. Yu made sure not to go to very crowded areas where people would easily notice Rise. Ever since they were teenagers, her popularity has increased most likely triple-fold. However, Yu was an expert in helping her hide now. Being her boyfriend for several years has taught Yu many different maneuvers. Avoiding people actually became kind of fun for both of them. Yu recalls the laughter between the both of them on many occasions. Sometimes they'd end up in small corners or alleyways. There they'd end up sneaking a kiss…or more. It was a secret between just the two of them. It seems that it was just him who knew now. When he looks at Rise, he sees that she's actually giggling a little as well. She was having fun, sneaking around with him.

"She's definitely Rise." Yu thought.

They were strolling and enjoying the sights. Yu would explain a little bit of history he knew about an area and Rise would listen intensely. He would slowly remind of her things such as spots where they all used to hang out at. They would also try famous food areas and try out the various dishes from savoury to sweet. Rise still loved the sweet things. Her diet however prevented her from eating too much. She would share them with Yu, which he happily received for her.

"Would you like to split this cake with me?" asked Rise.

"Oh…uhm. Sure."

Rise still being Rise actually feeds it to him with a fork and places it towards his mouth. Yu is a bit shocked from the action. This wasn't his first time being fed by her before, but this was the first time she did so after the accident. It was apparently a bit embarrassing for the both of them. Rise immediately blushed after the action.

"Oh. I'm sorry. Was that a bit too much?…Uuh…mm….." Rise was mumbling a little.

"No! No…It's fine. Thanks for the cake. It was yummy."

"Oh alright. It just felt…kind of natural…that's all. Was I always like this? I don't really see myself feeding any random boy…was I?" Rise was smiling a little and nervous for being unsure with herself.

"Rise… Uhm. If it makes you feel better….This wasn't the…first time you've done this. So don't think you offended me or crossed a line. Haha." Yu was thinking of ways to relieve the tension.

"Oh…Really? Uhm. Okay…But…"

"It's because we were kinda close before…You and I." Yu blurted out what he truly felt. It didn't exactly spell out their relationship. But it was his first step towards the truth.

"Oh… That's good to know. I'd like to…know you better then. Why I'd be close to you." Rise shows a nice big smile.

It started to feel…normal for Yu again. The tension of unease between them was loosening up. In fact, both of them were smiling throughout. They were honestly having fun together. Yu started feeling better. Maybe… she might start to remember….

"Hey. It's uhm…getting late. But I really had a lot fun this afternoon. Can we do more…tomorrow?" asked Rise.

Yu was shocked by this predicament. His heart told him what he wanted to do.

"Yeah. Definitely. I'll see you tomorrow. How about…11 tomorrow? I can pick you up at your grandma's place."

"Great! Thanks again. See you tomorrow…Senpai."

As Rise walked towards her house, his heart skipped a beat. He missed hearing her call her that and just that. What will happen tomorrow? Yu went home with a smile on his face. He wonders where tomorrow will lead.

Yu ended up waking earlier than usual. He got nervous from their meet up. He dressed up a bit sharper and headed towards Rise's place. He found himself in front of her grandma's place again. He excused himself before entering. He found himself looking at Rise's grandmother behind the counter.

"My my, isn't this such a nostalgic sight. It was just like yesterday when you'd come over and pick up my Rise all those years ago."

"Haha. Yes ma'am." Yu recalls all the days in high school including the summers when they'd be here too for a visit.

"I'll tell her you're here. You can wait outside dear."

Yu excused himself out again. He didn't need to wait long as Rise exited her shop to greet him. Yu was taken aback today. Rise was always beautiful in his eyes, but today, something felt different. It wasn't her cute pink top and the aqua coat she wore. There was an air around her. It felt…like how Rise used to be. She seemed full of excitement and vigor. Yu unconsciously stared at Rise a bit too long. However, instead of her usual tease, Rise looked a bit embarrassed.

"Is there something wrong?"

Yu was shocked from the reaction. He decides that maybe it was his time to be a bit more upfront about his feelings. He remembered that a beautiful girl once insisted on joining him all the time. Maybe this time, he'll be the one to initiate it more often.

"No…No…It's just. You look breath-taking." Yu shows a smile that he hasn't shown since before Rise's accident. Rise herself blushed a little.

"Thank you. That's really kind of you! Shall we get going?" Rise had a happy tone in her speech. Yu hoped that maybe she was as excited as he was for today.

The rest of the day continued pleasantly. It was mostly normal sightseeing. It felt like Yu and Rise were actually getting closer and closer. Yesterday, they kept their distance a little. Now, they were in quite close proximity of each other. They'd be so close that they didn't mind that their arms were already brushing against each other every so often. Yu decided to take another step. While looking for a certain cafe, he made his move.

"There it is, Rise! Come on! After lunch, you have to try their desserts!"

At that moment, Yu grabs hold of Rise's hand. It was a quick and natural movement he's done many times. Rise gasped a little from the action. But she didn't ask him to stop. Instead, Rise raced along with him, hand-in hand, towards the restaurant. At the window display, there were dozens of different types of chocolate. Rise's eyes sparkled. They stayed a good hour and a half at the place.

First they had a nice lunch. They had two types of pasta. They decided they'd share their food. She'd take some of his pasta order and like-wise. Yu tried out their "Creamy Tomato Pasta". Rise tried their special "Duck Ravioli with Cream Sauce." Both of them enjoyed their food immensely. Yu however liked the ravioli more and funnily, Rise liked the tomato flavour of Yu's pasta. After that, they enjoyed some of the special chocolates. They had dark chocolate ice cream, which was followed by chocolate mousse. They were filled to the brim.

Feeling like they needed to walk it off, they walked by the river and enjoyed the fresh air. It was a refreshing Autumn Day. It was a perfect time to walk around. They talked about all the things they saw while walking. Yu also tried to make things fresh. He'd tell her things about himself. Rise heard these before. But it was like new again. He'd tell her his funny experiences and they'd laugh a little. It really was a pleasant time for the both of them.

The sun was going to set and everything seemed like the day was going to end well.

"Hey. Is it alright if we go somewhere first before going back?" asked Rise.

"Sure. Of course." Yu was curious where they'd be going.

They ended up at the shrine they'd always visit before. Yu was feeling nostalgic being here but that all changed to a bit of anxiety as he saw Rise's expression. She was showing a distressed and sad face.

"Hey. Is there something wrong?

Rise didn't speak up at first. She motions and brings out her bag. She rummages inside, and brings out a phone. There appeared to be some damage on it.

"This was my phone before the accident. I only got it back recently. They had to replace the screen. Thankfully, it seemed to start up properly. Problem is, I don't know the password… Would you…happen to know it…Senpai?" Rise asked in a slightly inquisitive but sad tone.

In truth. He knew the password of course. In fact…it was the same as his but no one else knew this except for the girl in front of him before she lost her memory. They knew it was risky to have the same password but they felt it special in some way.

"It's One-Two-Two-Four." Yu's voice was a bit low in the reply.

"Ohh. Okay…Let's try it out."

Rises presses the numbers on the screen and it unlocks. The first thing she sees on the screen is the picture of Yu and herself. It was the two of them holding each other in an embrace. Yu has forgotten that was her home screen photo. Rise herself is a bit taken aback.

"Uhm…" she goes.

However. This doesn't stop herself from going further. She goes through her photo album and sees more photos of herself with Yu. Alongside those photos were also group shots of everyone together. A majority of the time, Rise and Yu would be staying beside each other. Finally, there were photos of them kissing each other.

Yu wanted to think of something to say…His plan of not telling her right away was ruined. He had to say anything.

"Rise…it's…I…"

"It's okay, Senpai…I knew…"

"You did? But…who?"

"Well…our friends mentioned it…not exactly on purpose at first…but when some things kept coming up, they finally told me that you and I used to be in relationship…Also…grandma too. She seemed happy that I was going out with you today. It's also why I took a shot with you possibly knowing my password." Rise was talking in a serious but calm voice.

"I see…" Yu thinks about who the culprits were? Maybe Chie? Kanji?…It didn't matter anymore. She knew.

"Why didn't you tell me sooner, Senpai?"

Yu thinks hard on the question. Why did he keep it secret for so long?

"It's because I felt it would be hard to take in…especially after an accident like what you had. I couldn't just tell you we were dating for years and force you to acknowledge a relationship without any memory of it."

"But, Senpai. If we were really in a relationship that long, shouldn't it be fair that you tell me? Didn't I mean something to you?"

That hit Yu hard. She was right. She did have a right to know.

"I…was afraid. I wanted to take things slow and maybe tell you when the timing was right."

"I see… I'm sorry. I'm not mad….I just want to know what you were thinking…. Yes. It really was a lot to take in. Having a relationship with someone and having no recollection of being part of it. But that was why it was also fair that I get to know you better and go out with you today….I also understand that you wanted to take things slow."

Yu takes in all what Rise is saying. It feels like she wants to say something further.

"You're really kind, Narukami-Senpai. I had a lot of fun today. I think I can see why I fell for you the first time…But… I think it's only fair that I let you know that I think…that whatever we had… it should be in the past…

Yu's heart shattered at those words…"the past? What did she mean?" Yu thought.

"What…what are you saying, Rise?"

"I still haven't gotten back my memories of our times together and with everyone else. Everybody is filling in the blanks but they're not exactly things I recall but things you guys say I did. I'm not…the Rise you guys know. I am her…but…it's like we're starting anew….I do want to be friends with everybody. As for you, Narukami-Senpai. It wouldn't be fair that I go back into a relationship with you. I'm not that girl anymore. That girl is a culmination of everything you've been through with her. I'm…just the Rise of now. Today was my way of…ending it. I wanted to try to my best to be the girl who people say I was when I was with you. I wanted you to have a good memory. Now…I think it's time we say…goodbye."

"Rise…I…"

"Please don't make it more difficult Senpai. All I hear is good things about you…If it helps…I can tell you…that…I…DON'T have…feelings for you…. Goodbye and… thanks for today."

Rise leaves the shrine by herself. Yu is left alone there with his thoughts. "She wanted to say goodbye on a good note." Yu thought…