I, Hikigaya Hachiman, am lucky to have met so many people.
I met someone I liked, and I also encountered people who liked me.
If I hadn't met Yuigahama, I would probably still misunderstand kind-hearted girls.
If I hadn't met Iroha, I would probably still dislike girls who act cute.
If I hadn't met Hiratsuka-sensei, I might never have learned what a real teacher is like.
If I hadn't met Umi no Hoshi, I would probably still have the wrong idea about what it means to be strong.
If I hadn't met Tamazaka, I might still not understand what it means for a friend to make sacrifices.
If I hadn't met Rumi, I would probably still judge people too simply.
If I hadn't, if I hadn't met Yukinoshita, I might never have known that I could truly fall in love with someone.
If I hadn't, if I hadn't met her, I might never have known how to love someone.
I met so many people and encountered so many of them. They became the scenery of my life, and also the memories I find hardest to let go of.
If I could choose again, would things change in ways I can't even imagine?
I don't know. But in the end, I will make the choice that is mine.
