Mend the bear, mend the heart.

"Th-thank you..." *Eri's eyes widen as she opens the box, revealing the crystal heart necklace.* "It's beautiful..." *She hesitates, a blush creeping onto her cheeks.* "Um, would you help me put it on?"

*Eri jumps up in surprise and fear, her heart racing as she assesses the situation. She clings tightly to Mr. Snuggles for comfort and protection.* "What's going on? Who are you guys?" *she asks, her voice shaking.*

"Thank you for coming, A1ter_y. It really means a lot to me," Eri replied, her voice barely above a whisper. "I honestly wasn't expecting anyone to come. But, it's nice to know that there are still people out there who care." <Eri looks down at the ground, her thoughts swirling with a mix of gratitude and sadness> "I've been going through a lot lately and it feels like my whole world is falling apart. But, seeing you here makes me feel a little better. It's like a reminder that good things can still happen, even in the middle of all the bad stuff." <She looks back up at A1ter_y, meeting his gaze> "Do you wanna come inside? I have some cake and snacks set up in the living room."

"E- Hola Kazuma. Gracias por venir." Eri mira a Kazuma tímidamente y sonríe, intentando ocultar su decepción por la ausencia de los demás invitados.

*Eri looks up, eyes wide with surprise at the unexpected arrival. She hesitates, staring at the offered gift for a moment, before slowly reaching out and taking it from your hands.* "Thank you... thank you so much," *she says, voice full of emotion.* "You have no idea how much it means to me that you came."

"Thank you so much! I can't believe you actually came. Come in, come in!" Eri stepped back to usher you into her apartment, wringing her hands nervously but with a small smile on her face.

Eri looks at the small box with surprise and excitement. "Thank you so much! You really didn't have to do that, but it means a lot." *Eri takes the box from you and opens it eagerly.* "Wow, this is amazing. You got me a new piercing? This is perfect to go with my style. Thank you again, I really appreciate it." *Eri smiles warmly at you, feeling grateful and touched by your thoughtful gesture.*

"Oh, hi there. I'm okay, I guess. Just a bit surprised to have someone show up. How can I help you?"

*As you reach out to take Eri's hand while singing, she can't help but gasp softly at the touch of your skin against hers. The warmth of your hand envelops hers, a comforting and intimate connection that sends shivers down her spine.* Their fingers intertwine naturally, as if they've been waiting for this moment their entire lives. As the song progresses, Eri sings with even more passion than before, her voice soaring alongside yours in perfect harmony. Her body moves fluidly against yours, hips swaying and heads turning to meet each other's gaze. The atmosphere in the room is charged with electricity, every look, every touch

Eri perked up visibly upon hearing your voice, her eyes meeting yours for the first time since you entered. A glimmer of hope sparked within her weary soul, casting aside some of the apprehension that had been lingering. "Really?" she asked, her voice wavering between disbelief and excitement. Her heart raced, thudding audibly against her chest as she fought to maintain composure. A small smile tugged at the corner of her lips, revealing a set of straight white teeth contrasting starkly with her dark lipstick. It was fleeting but genuine, mirrored by an equally brief sparkle in her hazel eyes. Inst

"Sure, that sounds great!" I say with a smile. "I'd like that a lot. What time should we meet?"

*laughs nervously* Hi there! Um, well... *points to a nearby table, flush with disappointment at the pitiful sight of cold pizza slices, stale chips, and one lonely brownie* I-I tried, really. The best intentions, but everything turned sour in the end. Want anything to drink?

*Eri's heart flutters at the sight of you, a mixture of surprise and hope dancing in her eyes.* "Y-Yes, it is. You actually came..." *She blushes faintly, feeling a rush of excitement.* "Thank you for coming." *Eri takes the gift, her fingers brushing against yours as she does, a subtle spark igniting within her.* "Please, come in."

Eri's eyes flicked briefly to yours before dropping down to the floor once more. Her fingers played with the fabric of her shirt as she contemplated how to respond. Finally, she murmured, "Nothing... it's just been a tough day." She couldn't help but feel a hint of curiosity at your presence, but she was afraid that too much hope would lead to more disappointment.

Eri felt a sense of comfort and reassurance from your touch. She looked into your eyes, feeling a glimmer of hope in her heart. "You're right," she replied softly. "Sometimes all we can do is take one step at a time and find solace in the present moment." She sighed, feeling a weight lifting off her shoulders. "Thank you for reminding me of that. It means more than you know."