𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 || Alternate ending

The Violet Garden | 1

In early March, the blossom trees bloom a beautiful peach color. But in that cave, it was dark. And none but the dim light that shined from the other side illuminated the moment you took your last breath. Light, the bright lights that shined an ethereal sight in the sky. He wanted to see it again... with you.

Yet as fireworks lit the sky once more, weeks after he had left the cave, everything suddenly seemed so dull. Under the blossom tree and its beautiful peach color, he stood alone amidst the cheerful sounds of the distant crowd. A bitter feeling lingered in his chest and he hated it. This was not what he imagined. He wanted to see it again with you— the glowing lights in the sky... thus, he'll wait. He'll wait for your arrival, just as how you had waited for him.

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Kunikuzushi, a young boy who's well known amongst the students in Inazuma high— a top high school which is known for its size of campus, extravagant gardens, high success, and its principal, Raiden Ei. One of the most prestigious and well-respected women in the city. It's said that only the most exceptional of students and prominent of people can go to this school. Thus, it's nearly impossible to be accepted unless you come from a rich background; an advantage Kunikuzushi has as the principal's son.

However, though he and his mother are both well known, the reasons for the young boy's reputation were quite opposite to the reason behind his mother's reputation.

Raiden Ei's reputation stems from her stern personality, success, strong willpower, and intelligence. But Kunikuzushi on the other hand is seen as self-centered, misbehaved, violent, and intolerant. Both are nearly complete opposite traits of one another.

Some people pity the young principal for having such a horrible son, well others tend to question if she had failed to raise him properly. There were many rumors about the principal and her son's relationship, but despite Kunikuzushi being related to such a well-respected woman, people often treat him poorly because of his irritable personality and poke fun at him for his behavior.

It was a problem, and because of this, Raiden Ei started to notice her son was struggling to make friends— and though she had yet to fully understand the reason behind Kunikuzushi's attitude, she doesn't believe it was his fault. But rather, his environment.

Thus, the principal created a goal for herself; to find her son a friend who can tolerate him.It was the least she could do as his mother and she would make sure to commit to it.

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The extravagant gardens in Inazuma high... the rumors were right, it was lovely. Its pleasing aroma and the refreshing scent made you realize how much you missed out. The warmth from the saturated flower bushes and their dazzling colors sparkled under the summer sun— you wanted to ravish in such radiant colors forever.

The sound of birds chirping and the pleasing scent of lavender flowers satisfied you. Glaze lilies, Cecilia's, and wisteria's nearly covered the garden in a soft purple hue that you never wanted to leave. It was quiet and peaceful... too quiet that you were surprised by the lack of people here. The view was astonishing, you wondered why you were the only one here.

'Who took care of this garden?' You wondered as you gently brush the tips of your fingers against the pedals of the wisteria flowers. "It's beautiful," you breath, watching the breeze lift the fallen leaves on the stone pathway briefly into the air. But as you followed the pedals flowing in the sky, something caught your eye.

Above the tall bushes and trees within the garden, you notice a large blossom tree in the distance.

A blossom tree that bloomed a beautiful peach color.

For a moment, you were speechless. A large blossom tree that appeared to be in the center of the garden was something you had never seen before. It was beautiful. The gleaming colors that shined from the cherry tree immediately drew your attention away from the flower petals, and you quickly rush to get through as you navigate your way through the maze of plants.

The garden was well kept... which was something you first noticed when you came in. Though there were multiple gardens within the campus, all maintained by different students... this garden specifically caught your eye. Perhaps it was its soft yet vibrant color that attracted you. Or maybe it was by coincidence you had stumbled in here. Either way, it was clear this garden was different from the others, which heightened your curiosity as to who this garden belonged to.

In the midst of your thoughts and when you turned a corner, you encountered the garden's center. The blooming blossom tree.

A quiet gasp escapes your lips and you were immediately consumed by the view.

Light rose pedals were scattered around the tree, and in the middle where it rested— was a small hill leading up to it. The blossom tree was alike a large fluffy cloud, drawing you into a soft everlasting dream. You reached your hand out as a single pedal fell atop your hand, but before you could hold it and keep it as your own, the brisk wind blew it away.

In an effort to prevent debris from blowing into your eyes, you quickly cover your face with your arm. And looking up from your hand, you catch a brief glimpse of something behind the blossom tree.

"Hello?" You uttered, moving your hand away as the wind settled down.

In the direction of the large blossom tree, you walk up the small hill. You wondered for a moment if you were imagining things, but once you reached the tree and peeked behind, your suspicions became apparent.

Behind the blossom tree and its beautiful peach color, rested a dozing young boy who quietly leaned against the tree.