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she watched him quietly for a moment , her expression softening in a way that was rare for her . she leaned forward slightly , resting her elbows on her knees .
“ maybe you didn’t care enough when it mattered , or maybe you just didn’t know how to show it .
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it wrong .I don't think I cared enough when it mattered .〞
If he had 、instead of growing obsessed with his own evolution 、maybe Satōru would have noticed his only friend descend into the depths of despair .
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but that doesn’t mean you didn’t care . ”
sighed, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear , her gaze steady on him .
“ you’re not the only one who failed him , you know . we all did , in our own ways . but if you keep punishing yourself for it ,
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“ how could i be upset , when you make surrender feel so … tempting ? ”
her voice softened , teasing but warm as her fingers slid down his face to rest lightly on his jaw .
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lips curved into a soft , knowing smile , her gaze steady as she leaned ever so slightly into his touch , her eyes catching the flicker of sunlight reflecting in his own . her voice , calm yet playful , carried an edge of mock contemplation as she tilted her head .
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“ is it really love , or just your endless need to keep me here , trapped under your gaze ? ”
she reached up , brushing her thumb against his cheek with an almost mocking tenderness , her smirk deepening as she continued .
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