Mikaeel_Arata

"What would you do if the person you promised to never lose became the one you could no longer remember?"

Ili Han-Akil and Kouko Aihara are bound by a love that transcends time, but an accident shatters their world, robbing Ili of his memories and leaving Kouko a stranger in his life. Haunted by fragments of familiarity—a pendant with a promise, “Find your way back to me,” and fleeting glimpses of a girl who refuses to let him go—Ili embarks on a journey to piece together his past.

Despite the heartbreak, Kouko remains steadfast, returning to Ili’s side day after day, hoping to reignite the bond they once shared. Together, they navigate a maze of fragmented memories, unspoken truths, and moments of fleeting connection. Their love story unfolds into a tale of resilience, mystery, and sacrifice.

Will they reclaim the bond that defies time itself, or will the echoes of the past keep them apart forever?

When We Meet Again: The Lost Memories

"Ili…" Kouko's voice trembled, barely a whisper as her fingers tightened around his hand. "If you can hear me… just give me a sign. Please."

The room was silent except for the steady beep of the monitor and the rain softly tapping against the window. She leaned closer, her heart pounding as her tears fell onto his hand.

"Just… anything," she pleaded, her voice breaking. "Move your hand. Blink. Something. I—I don't care how small it is. Just tell me you're still here with me."

For a moment, nothing happened, and the silence became unbearable. She let out a shaky breath, her head bowing as she whispered, "You promised, Ili. You said we'd have tomorrow…"

Her words trailed off, and then—there it was. A faint twitch against her palm.

Kouko froze, her breath catching as her wide, tear-filled eyes darted to his hand. "Ili?" she choked, her voice trembling with equal parts hope and fear. "Was that you?"

Silence answered her once again, but she refused to look away, her gaze locked onto him as if her sheer will could summon another sign.

"Ili," she whispered, her grip tightening around his hand. "Don't leave me wondering… Say something. Anything."

Act 2: The Fragments of a Forgotten Past