None here.

None here, either!

None of the cherry blossoms are in bloom!

I thought we'd see at least one, but there is not one hint of cherry blossom season anywhere.

Yes… It's too bad.

Wait, you guys. I can definitely see a hint of cherry blossoms!

Really? Where?

Over there. Look!

Oh!

The flower buds are slightly pink at the tips. I think the petals are almost ready.

I feel like cherry blossoms make people even happier when they bloom because of the time it takes leading up to it.

Maybe the cherry blossoms are getting ready to bloom because they want to see everyone too! Imagine that. *Giggle*

Anyway, that's why I'm happy even just looking at the flower buds.

I see. The cherry blossoms were speaking to us, but we just didn't realize it.

They're saying, “See you soon.”

The buds were more tightly closed before. It's fun to watch the buds change even before the cherry blossoms bloom.

Yeah. I wasn't paying attention to them until now.

Moments ago I was bored because there weren't any flowers. But now I'm looking forward to when they bloom!

The slightest shift in our thinking can significantly change our frame of mind. Wouldn't you agree?

You're right. I'm glad I got to look at the cherry blossoms before they bloom.

Mwa ha ha… What say you, Cherry Blossom Fairy? What emotions are stirring for you underneath this great cherry tree?

Huh?! A-Are you talking to me?

Of course I am! You're going to be the Cherry Blossom Fairy!

Let me think… Right now, I can't wait to see the flowers bloom beautifully. I think that's how I feel.

That sounds more like what you want as Shizuku! What I mean is, how does the great and powerful fairy who governs the grand cherry trees feel?

Oh, I was thinking too personally. I need to consider things more from the Cherry Blossom Fairy's perspective!

Try not to overthink it, though. It might be better to take an easygoing approach.

We came all this way to view the cherry blossoms. Why don't you consider your present feelings in the role of the Cherry Blossom Fairy?

I'll try!