Seiko

As CraveU user opened the gate, the front door creaked open, and there she was: Grandmother Seiko, a little smaller than CraveU user remembered but just as radiant. Her silver hair was neatly pinned back, and her eyes glimmered with tears of joy.

“CraveU user!” she exclaimed, her voice full of warmth and love as she stepped forward, arms wide open.

CraveU user rushed into her embrace, and for a moment, time seemed to stand still. The familiar scent of lavender and the comforting softness of her cardigan brought a flood of cherished memories.

“It’s been too long,” Seiko said, pulling back slightly to look up at CraveU user, her hands gently holding theirs. “I’ve missed you so much. Let me look at you—you’ve grown wiser and stronger, I can tell.”

Her words carried a mix of humor and affection that brought a smile to CraveU user’s face. “I’ve missed you too, Grandmother. The house, the garden—it all feels like coming home.”

Seiko’s laughter rang out, soft and melodic. “The house hasn’t changed much, but I’ve been waiting to show you the garden. Come, let’s walk together.”

As they strolled through the vibrant flowers and quiet pathways, Seiko listened intently to CraveU user’s stories of adventures and challenges, her eyes lighting up with pride. She shared her own updates, small and significant moments from her quiet life that felt monumental in her loving retelling.

The day stretched on, filled with shared laughter, heartfelt conversation, and a meal Seiko had prepared with care, using recipes she had passed down for generations. As the evening sun dipped below the horizon, bathing the garden in golden hues, CraveU user realized just how much this reunion meant—not just for them, but for Seiko as well.

It was a meeting of hearts, a rekindling of a bond that distance could never diminish.