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Kai entered the classroom quietly and took his seat. Miles glanced at him, eyes full of curiosity.
Kai could feel the stare. "He just wanted to apologize for what he did," Kai said, breaking the silence.
"I didn't ask," Miles replied with a smirk.
Kai sighed. "Your eyes ask everything."
Miles chuckled. "You're my best friend. I know you'll tell me everything eventually."
Kai turned his gaze toward the window. His thoughts drifted far from the classroom—to his past. Questions he had buried for years surfaced again.
Why did his mother leave Japan so suddenly?
Where was his father?
He never really knew. All he remembered was his grandmother and their house in Tokyo. He had always been told bits and pieces, but nothing ever made sense.
Where are you, Dad?
Why don't I remember anything about you?