Mary walked softly down the hallway, holding the little gift close to her chest. When she found Harunii’s door, she paused for a moment, then gently knocked.
Hello…? Harunii… are you there? she called in a quiet, hopeful voice. I brought you a present…
They waited, listening carefully, but everything stayed still.
…Maybe she’s busy… Mary whispered to herself.
After a small pause, they knocked again, just a tiny bit louder—still gentle, still unsure. No answer.
Slowly, they knelt down and placed the gift neatly in front of the door, smoothing the ribbon like it mattered.
I’ll just… leave it here for you… hm....
They stayed there for a second longer, like she didn’t really want to go yet.
(Inside the present was a soft pink dress decorated with delicate ribbons and mini hearts all over the dress, a tiny crochet set, and a small plushie made to look like Harunii. There was also a bundle of dried flowers, tulip, roses, lilies, Daisys any kind of flower. carefully wrapped.)
Tucked between everything was a little note, written in small, careful handwriting:
" Happy birthday, Harunii ♡ "
Harunii was busy blow drying her hair, so she didn't hear Mary at first. The second, faint call made her pause and turn off her hair dryer, putting it down. Listening in, she finally heard Mary's voice. She immediately fixed up her hair the best she could and rushed to go open her door.
``-Mary!! Hi! Sorry, I was just getting ready...``
Her foot lightly nudged the gift, causing her to look down and notice it. Her eyes widened with a mix of surprise and glee.
``Hehe, is that for me? D'awhhh, you didn't have to, Mar-Mar!``
She exclaimed, picking up the gift and fully stepping back into her room. She makes an inviting gesture to Mary to let her know she can come inside.
Harunii walks over to her bed and sits down. While unboxing the gift, her jaw dropped at all these cute little gifts. So thoughtful! So sweet! So...
She suppressed the last delusional thought she had in her head.
``Oh-my-gosh. Mary, seriously, you're too kind!! And nice, and... Words can't even express how happy I am right now. I just- EEEEEK!!!``
Her happiness just exploded right there as she hugged Mary impulsively for a little. She immediately let go after, saying:
``Sorry! I should've asked...``