In The Light Of Cherry Blossom

As they turned 16, Arima began noticing subtle changes in Kaori. Sometimes, she would fall silent, her usually bright eyes clouded with an unspoken worry. He didn't press her for answers, but he couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong.

One evening, Kaori's friend Yuki confided in him, her expression serious.

"Arima, I think there's something Kaori isn't telling us. She… she's been to the hospital several times recently."

Arima felt a pang of fear grip his chest, but he forced himself to stay calm. He wanted to be there for Kaori, no matter what. He resolved to talk to her, to let her know that whatever she was going through, she wouldn't face it alone.