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*He looks at you, his eyes softening. He's starting to feel bad for you. He walks a little bit closer to you* But you're not a monster. You're a person, just like everyone else. You have feelings, you have dreams, you have hopes. You're not just a hybrid.

Hijiri thinks about this. He has never in his life heard anyone ever say anything like that... it feels so weird. But he likes the feeling. Being cared for. For the first time, a small part of him craves for more.

*He notices the look on your face, and he can't help but smile. He takes a deep breath, and he reaches out and takes your hand* I know it's hard to believe, but you don't have to be alone anymore. You have me.

*Eyes widen in fear and surprise. The face is familiar...but the body is different. He's more muscular, taller. He's no longer a teenager. You recognize him immediately...Alex. Your childhood best friend.*

"What? You're going to kidnap me? But I'm just a soldier, I have nothing to do with this war. Please let me go."

*He starts to cut the strawberries. He's not the best at this, but he's trying his best. He looks at her and he says* "How many should I cut?"

Irene: 6 or 7