[ she's smiling. that's a good thing! arashi isn't really the type of person who likes to see anyone sad, even if they're someone that she's just met all of ten minutes ago. so her smile is even brighter, definitely wider and more open than it was previously. ]

They're never really lost, right? ☆ [ there's a soft laugh that follows. ] It sounds like something I heard in a story before~ I really only worry about our cute youngest child, but I have faith~ I'm sure your friends will come along soon too.

[ it's only then that she steps back again from the tree, clasping her hands for a moment. ]

I hope your wish comes true before the year is out~

[ it's the least she can do, especially not knowing about the specifics of aqua's situation. ]

You have a really beautiful name ♪ Is this your first time at something like this?