I'd let the world burn for you... || Tokyo Revengers

I'd let the world burn for you, Kazutora!

Kaiya stood in the silence of her room, a content smile gracing her lips. It was a rare moment of peace amidst the chaos of their family dynamics. Today marked a significant milestone for her – the first time she stood up to her father, fuelled by her love for her brother, Kazutora. Despite the lingering fear that always loomed around their father's presence, Kaiya found strength in her bond with her brother. It was a silent declaration of her unwavering support and loyalty to him, a testament to the depth of their connection. Standing there, she felt a sense of empowerment and resolve, knowing that she was no longer willing to cower in the face of intimidation.

In his room, Kazutora lay on his back, his gaze fixed on the ceiling as he pondered the recent events. Intrusive thoughts swirled through his mind, each one like a dagger piercing his consciousness. The fear that gnawed at him was palpable – a fear of betrayal, rooted deep within him.

His father's betrayal still haunted him, a wound that refused to heal. And his mother, once a source of comfort, had also let him down in her own way. It seemed like trust was a luxury he couldn't afford.

The only constant in his life, the only one who hadn't abandoned him, was Kaiya. But even she, his quiet and shy sister, seemed to be changing before his eyes. No longer content to stay in the shadows, she had blossomed into someone unrecognizable – confident, outgoing, and effortlessly interacting with their new friends.

As Kazutora lay there, grappling with his fears, he couldn't shake the nagging doubt that someday even Kaiya might betray him. After all, if everyone else could let him down, what was to stop her from doing the same? The thought sent a chill down his spine, leaving him feeling more alone than ever before.

That night, amidst the darkness of his room, Kazutora made a solemn decision. With a heavy heart, he resolved to distance himself even from his sister. If he was alone, he reasoned, then no one could betray him.

It wasn't an easy choice. The bond between him and Kaiya had always been strong, a lifeline in the stormy sea of their tumultuous family life. But now, plagued by doubts and fears, Kazutora couldn't help but see her as a potential threat to his fragile sense of security.

As he lay there in the silence, the weight of his decision settled upon him like a suffocating blanket. He knew that pushing Kaiya away would hurt her deeply, but he couldn't shake the feeling that it was necessary for his own survival.

With a heavy heart, he made his choice, steeling himself for the loneliness that lay ahead. In the cold embrace of the night, he drifted into an uneasy sleep, haunted by the specter of betrayal.

The following week passed in an unsettling haze for Kaiya. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss between her and her brother. Kazutora's demeanor had grown noticeably colder, his once warm presence now replaced with a distant, almost guarded aura.

Every time she tried to broach the subject with him, he brushed her off with vague excuses and evasive answers. Kaiya couldn't help but feel a pang of hurt each time he shut her out, but she tried to give him the benefit of the doubt. Perhaps their encounter with their father had shaken him more than she realized. Maybe he just needed some space to process everything that had happened.

Despite his apparent distance, Kaiya made sure to let Kazutora know that she was there for him, ready to offer support and comfort whenever he needed it. She hoped that he would eventually open up to her.

As the final bell rang, signaling the end of the school day, Kaiya glanced around the bustling corridors, searching for any sign of her brother. When she didn't spot him among the throngs of students pouring out of classrooms, she felt a flicker of concern ignite within her.