a practical man of science, but with an emotional inner self whose drive to uncover the truth + a passion to aid whomever whenever he was able, it was natural that he followed the flow of people along the streetlamp-lit walkway, guided by the chattering of strangers as they basked in the cool night air. there seemed an absence of danger, especially as people filtered into the streets where the theatre’s boulevard began, a sense of peace residing across the entire division.

as the crowds thinned, jakurai realised he had ventured into the star trail; a lengthy street filled with lights + sound. despite the abundance of glowing lamps and hanging bulbs, the sky above was not at all masked or hidden, instead allowing a clear view of every twinkling star above, residing seemingly so far away and above the unfamiliar world. a small area of grass resided some ways beyond the stalls, and jakurai was drawn there automatically, the darkness of the area allowing for a much better view of the night sky above.

a lone bench sat overlooking the greenery, and upon it sat a single figure, eyes pointed skyward. jakurai hesitated before approaching, wanting the chance to sit and enjoy the view, but not truly wishing to disturb a stranger deep in thought.