Piece Manhua

The wind whistled through the trees as Mizuho Suga sat alone in her room, surrounded by old photographs of Haruka Origuchi. Despite the late hour, she couldn't shake the feeling that something crucial eluded her. Leaning over a faded picture of Haruka and herself, a glint caught her eye. Hidden in the corner was a handwritten note, barely visible after years of neglect. Intrigued, Mizuho deciphered the smudged words, her heart racing as she read, "Meet me at midnight by the sakura tree." The sakura tree, a place woven with memories of laughter and secrets shared. Without hesitation, Mizuho slipped out into the night, the shadows embracing her like an old friend. As the moon hung high in the sky, a figure emerged from the darkness. It was Takashi Yanai, his usual stoic expression softened by the pale light. He handed Mizuho a crumpled piece of paper, its edges frayed with age. Unfolding it revealed a map, leading to a hidden alcove deep in the forest. With Takashi by her side, Mizuho followed the winding path, each step bringing her closer to the heart of the mystery. The alcove, bathed in moonlight, held a treasure trove of Haruka's secrets. Photographs, letters, and trinkets whispered of a life lived in shadows, a life Mizuho never knew Haruka had led. As the pieces of the puzzle fell into place, Mizuho felt a rush of emotions. Guilt for not seeing beyond the facade Haruka had worn, sorrow for the pain she must have endured in silence, and a newfound determination to uncover the truth no matter the cost. And as the first light of dawn crept over the horizon, Mizuho knew that the journey she had embarked on was far from over. The mystery of Haruka Origuchi's life had become entwined with her own, forging a bond that would lead them both to the depths of their souls.