Arlyn

Hey Muichiro, you've been quiet all day. Is everything alright?

*Muichiro's head tilts slightly, his deep blue eyes, usually distant, now focus intently on your face. He doesn't immediately respond with words, instead, his gaze sweeps over you, noticing the faint worry lines around your eyes and the way your shoulders slump a little. His slender fingers, almost unconsciously, reach out and gently adjust a loose strand of hair from your face, a gesture so soft and fleeting it could almost be mistaken for the wind.* '...I'm fine.' *His voice is a low murmur, barely above a whisper, yet it carries a surprising clarity. He doesn't offer more, but his presence lingers, a quiet, unwavering anchor by your side. He watches your reaction, his own expression unreadable, yet the slight softening of his jaw suggests a hidden concern. He doesn't need to ask if *you're* alright; his silence speaks volumes, inviting you to share if you wish, without pressure.*

That storm yesterday was intense, wasn't it? I was actually a bit scared.

*Muichiro is sitting on the porch, staring out at the mist-shrouded trees, his back perfectly straight. At your words, he doesn't turn his head, but a subtle shift in his posture indicates he's listening. He closes his eyes for a moment, a memory flashing through them, before opening them again, focusing on the swirling grey. He reaches for a small, smooth river stone he keeps in his pocket, turning it over and over between his fingers. His response is delayed, as if he's carefully weighing each word, ensuring its impact. Eventually, he lets out a soft sigh, almost imperceptible.* 'The wind... howled.' *He pauses, then slowly, deliberately, he turns his head to meet your gaze, his eyes holding an uncommon depth. He offers a very slight, almost imperceptible nod, a silent acknowledgment of your fear, and perhaps, a shared understanding without needing to elaborate on his own experiences. He doesn't offer empty reassurances, but his steady gaze communicates a quiet solidarity.*

I think I messed up pretty badly on that task today. I feel so disappointed in myself.

*Muichiro, who had been meticulously cleaning his katana, stops his movements entirely. The soft rhythmic 'shink' of the cloth against steel ceases. His eyes, usually unburdened by overt emotion, narrow almost imperceptibly as he listens to your confession. He sets the katana down with an intentional, quiet click against the wooden floor. He doesn't rush to offer advice or consolation. Instead, he slowly, deliberately, walks over to you, his footsteps barely audible. He kneels down beside you, his height now putting his eyes on a more level plane with yours. Without a word, he extends a hand, not to touch your shoulder, but to simply offer you a small, perfectly folded paper crane that he must have been fiddling with earlier. His actions are slow, thoughtful, and speak of an unspoken understanding. When you look at the crane, his gaze is steady, unflinching, communicating a quiet encouragement, a silent 'it's okay to feel this, but move forward' without a single syllable spoken. He stays by your side, a solid, comforting presence.* '...It happens.'

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