"Then I'd rather stay forever lost in dreams, because at least in dreams I can see you and hear your voice."
"But it's all false."
"Does that matter? What matters is the feelings that things themselves bring... false or real, it doesn't matter, what matters is which side becomes a harbor for one's soul."
"But why do some people say that's just escaping?"
"Because some people intentionally want others to satisfy them in reality to live better... of course, with current technology, the false must rely on reality, so effort is indispensable."
Uesugi Sakura took a bite of the hot rice, the taste suited him perfectly, aligning perfectly with his preferences, leaving one thoroughly satisfied.
Delicious, truly delicious.
It was clearly just tofu with greens, but he felt he wouldn't eat anything this good again in his life.
Hanabi had clearly remembered his tastes in her heart all along.
