[Bungo Stray Dogs] The Gray Zone

People say that spring will come again

But I am still enduring this pain

Spring has come

But that child will never return

Thinking back to May this year

At the zoo, I held you in my arms

You saw an elephant and called it a cat

You saw a bird and called it a cat, too

Only when you finally saw the deer

Were you captivated by its antlers

Gazing quietly

You then were truly like someone

Standing in the light of the world

Gazing quietly

----- Chuya Nakahara (Spring Will Come Again)

Reader's Guide:

1. This is the Chuya and other literary greats as I see them, so it's only natural if they don't match the versions readers have in mind.

2. I hope everyone reading this new story will be good: no fighting, no spamming ships, and no starting flame wars.

3. There's no chance I'll update on a set schedule. Daily, weekly, or monthly updates are all possible, but what author doesn't love favorites and comments? (Hint, hint.)

4. Say it with me, loud and clear: Chuya is the cutest in the world!!!

Theme: The difference between the weak and the strong lies in resolve and instinct (old Katekyo Hitman Reborn and Bleach fan, yes√)