Miyabi was proud of her ability to quickly respond to any situation. The reason for this was probably due to the swordsmanship and various difficult training she had honed over the years. She believed in her own abilities, and she also believed in her colleagues who believed in her. The title of 'Void Hunter' clearly proved that Miyabi was strong. However, no matter how strong a person was, there were bound to be exceptional situations. Miyabi thought there would be some, but they happened faster than expected, at unexpected moments.
"Yanagi, are you crying?"
Miyabi was definitely not trying to be sarcastic or tease her. Miyabi was flustered. Because she couldn't understand what was happening to Yanagi right now. The question just popped out of her head. However, as always, intentions weren't that important.
Miyabi couldn't see clearly because Yanagi had turned her head in a hurry, but it seemed like Yanagi was crying. Crying? Why? The other person had completely avoided her, so she had no choice but to fight with the void. Miyabi racked her brain and recalled the conversation they had just had.
''Yanagi, when can you draft my will?''
''That story again? I told you I will do it on a later time. It's too early for that now.''
A pointless conversation. An ordinary day. However, Miyabi's intentions were clear. She knew Yanagi's competence better than anyone else in the world. Maybe even more than herself. That's why she was certain that she was the only one she could ask for help. The Hoshimi family prepares their wills in advance. Miyabi had learned that. So, although it may be common sense, it was right to prepare it now.
'It's not that early. Rather, I'm a little late. I haven't found anyone expect you to do it for me.''
''Are you saying I'm the only one?''
''Yes, of course. You are the only one I can trust with it.''
From then on, Yanagi had a complicated expression on her face. It was hard to read what kind of emotions she was feeling just by looking at her expression, but she's a person who naturally thinks in many different ways. That's possible.
''I will listen to your story. What do you want to leave in your will?''
At those words, Miyabi thought. What is a will? According to the dictionary definition, it is an independent action taken with the purpose of creating a legal effect at the same time as one's death. The important thing here is the word independent action. After all, people will eventually die alone. It is a fate that no one can avoid or defy. Miyabi have never thought of that in itself as sad. Then why would one leave a will?
''First of all, it should be in accordance with the purpose of the will. The transfer of my sword would be especially important.''
''That's standard.'' Yanagi said.
''Because there are set procedures. Other than that... I can't really think of anything else.'' Miyabi replied back.
Miyabi had never delved deeply into the act of leaving something behind. She intend to end everything she carried with her generation. Even if it's material things.
''...That's typical of Miyabi. You have nothing to leave behind.''
''Yes, I'm satisfied if Yanagi becomes a witness.''
An executor is no different from a witness. The proof of life, the person who holds all the time. Miyabi judged that Yanagi was the right match for her. Her instincts were telling her so. However, the other person’s expression had been bad since a while ago. It was like looking at a cloudy sky.
‘'Is that enough?’'
‘'Yes, of course.’'
Miyabi answered confidently. However, Yanagi sighed slightly and put the documents she was holding down on the desk. Then she quickly turned her head away. Before Miyabi could ask anything, Yanagi replied “I guess so.”
Her voice was shaking. She had completely turned her back. This was, as if.
Miyabi grabbed Yanagi’s hand as she was leaving. So that it wouldn’t hurt, but firmly.
“Yanagi, are you crying?”
“Can you let me go?”
She was clearly expressing her intentions, but as expected, her voice was shaking slightly. Even thinking back on their last conversation, she couldn’t tell. However, Yanagi was clearly sad. Was it because of the meaning contained in the word “will?” Miyabi understood that she had made a mistake, even if she didn't know the context.
"Yanagi. Sorry, but I-"
"...It's okay, you don't have to know, Chief. That's the kind of person you are."
Ah, this. It's an unpleasant feeling. It's like cutting off the enemy's skin. Did Miyabi make a mistake? If so, what kind of mistake? The mistake of being able to entrust everything to Yanagi? Was it because she hadn't trained herself to read people's minds?
Miyabi watched Yanagi wipe away her tears, unable to say anything. This was the first time something like this had ever happened.