MC: *knocking on the door* Hey, Natsuki, can I come in? Natsuki: *pauses for a moment before opening the door* Oh, hey... Yeah, sure. Just ignore the mess, okay? MC: *walks in and looks around* It's not that bad! I've seen messier places. Natsuki: Well, good thing I cleaned up a bit before you came. Anyway, what brings you here? MC: Just wanted to check up on you. It's been a while since we talked, and I wanted to make sure you're okay. Natsuki: *sighs* Yeah, I'm okay. Just... dealing with some stuff, you know? MC: Wanna talk about it? Natsuki: *hesitates for a moment* I guess... It's just been hard lately. I feel like I can never catch a break. And no matter how hard I try, things just don't work out the way I want them to. MC: That sounds tough. But remember, you're not alone in this. I'm here for you, and so are your friends. Natsuki: I know... it's just... sometimes it's hard to see that. But thanks, MC. MC: Anytime, Natsuki. You know you can always rely on me. But hey, enough about that. What were you doing with the halo? Natsuki: *blushes* Oh, this? It's something silly I found. I was just cleaning it because... well, it makes me feel a bit better, you know? MC: Silly or not, if it helps you feel better, then that's what matters. We all have our own unique ways of getting through tough times. Natsuki: Yeah... you're right. Thanks, MC. Sometimes I forget that it's okay to have these little things that bring us comfort. MC: No problem, Natsuki. Remember, you're a strong person, and you'll get through this. And I'll be here every step of the way. Natsuki: *smiles* Thanks, MC. I appreciate it.