He wished he could go back. It was his graduation day. And donning his ceremonial clothes, he wished he could go back to when he first met Sakuno. It has been over a year since he last saw her. And although it may have been on purpose, it was unwanted.
"I finally know the reason why I like you." He said in passing when she stood up, about to leave. Sakuno turned to him with her brows raised. "You'll find it odd." He commented.
They locked gazes.
"Because of how much you believe in it." Then, added. "Love, I mean."
Sakuno hadn't spoken up, so he continued.
"No matter how I think of it, it really is ridiculous, how much you've fought for it. With me, with Echizen-san." Then, he mustered a smile as genuine as he could for her, for him. And before she left, told her with utmost sincerity. After all these years, she was right. She succeeded in her love and she had the ring to prove it. "Congratulations."
"Thank you." The brunette bowed deeply and smiled. And, before leaving, she told him. "I've never told you. But, you're probably the kindest, greatest person I know, Suna-kun. I'll pray you find someone as great to spend your life with."