[ Being able to step out into the fresh air with the river breeze prickling their skin feels like a dream come true. Vanarana was splendid, like an oasis in the middle of a jungle. That dream world and all those cute little Aranara will stick with her for the rest of her life but being out in the real world hits differently. Despite that they need to be on guard, Yoimiya is so happy she can finally live a bit normally with the love of her life.

And she won't take this moment for granted, silently promising to cherish any moments of peace between them. Even just the simple gesture of holding his hand out in public sets her heart ablaze like no other. She laces their fingers together to soak in his warmth and with her skirt swaying in wind, she's finally allowed to admire the scenery around them in her usual, childlike wonder. ]

Hey, don't apologize. It's not your fault. We never came out here for a vacation, anyway. Even with everything that happened, I'm glad we went on this trip together. We learned a lot more than I imagined.

[ With their hands intertwined, Yoimiya happily takes this chance to rest her head against his shoulder while her eyes follow the rainforest full of bustling life. The bright blue and orange feathers of a Dusk Bird catch her attention, her heart filled to the brim with warmth when she spots it flying towards a nest with its mate and babies awaiting its return. ]

Maybe when this is all over, the two of us can go on a nice trip. It will be nice to have some alone time with you without all the worrying and all the stress. I'd like to just spend time with you and you alone.

[ Unbeknowst to Yoimiya, she just said the wrong thing. A sharp, cold chill brushes past Ajax in particular, making it's presence known to him. ]