5 Where She Came From - 1.5 (2/2)

Staring intently at the young girl, Daisuke studied the girl's features while she processed what he told her.

Her delicate brows were drawn in a frown while her big watery amber eyes were swirling with thoughts as she unconsciously puffed out her cheeks as she tried to understand the meaning behind his words while she opened and closed her small pink lips as if she's about to say something but then stops herself.

Sighing, he ruffled her long black hair before shaking his head slightly.

”The moment I saw you little one, I saw how your eyes flashed in defiance. How you wanted to fight back and prove you didn't do anything wrong. How you felt frustrated because you felt helpless and weak. I saw how you truly felt and how you deserve a chance based on your will alone.”

Hearing his words, Ai slowly looked at him as if seeing him for the first time. No traces of emotion on her face, as if she hid behind a cold mask to protect herself.

”Is that why you brought me here?” Ai asked quietly, still looking at him as if trying to figure him out.

”Yes.”

Silence enveloped them as they both studied each other before Ai closed her eyes and clenched her fists before opening her eyes again and staring at him with eyes full of hope and underlying resolve.

”Then will you help me become strong?” Ai asked in a strong almost commanding voice which made him smile in appreciation.

”If that is what you want.”