The Mysterious Workings of Fate

For two consecutive Thursdays, I have caught a glimpse of her out of the corner of my eye, whenever I am at the Food Court. For some unknown reason, I could sense her presence, even if it is for a split second. Sometimes, when you know a person very well, you will be able to identify them from a distance, distinguishable by their style of dressing, walking posture, etc.

However, this brings about my next point. As much as I would like to see her, I get a stab of pain in my heart as well, though it is definitely far less uncomfortable as compared to the earlier period of our so-called "misunderstanding". Seeing her brings about some form of joy, since I know that she is alive and well, but at the same time, I try to avoid her, and most probably, she is doing the same with me. Once again, I believe the term "coward" can be put to use appropriately because, somewhere deep in my mind, I am afraid that she would not acknowledge my presence, even if I were to say "hi". Many times have I resisted the urge to call her, and only by indulging in other activities have I managed to do so successfully. Perharps, a time will come when it is suitable for us to chat amiably once again.

Affairs of the heart aside, I am praying that volume 13 of GachaGacha has been restocked at Tian Di (local manga store). Still contemplating whether or not to purchase the manga edition of Elfen Lied.

If you felt that the anime "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya" was good, go read the novel. I believe up to volume 9 of the series has been published, but public libraries only hold the first four books. A note of warning: Some of the chinese characters are difficult to understand, since they deal with the paradox of time and space, so it may take some effort on the part of readers to grasp what is happening in the storyline. Nonetheless, the novels fill up gaps left in the anime, and to get a headstart as to what one can expect in season 2 of the anime, READ the NOVEL! :p (Sounds like free marketing for the author)

Besides, I spent $25 or so on the Haruhi Suzumiya fanbook (chinese edition). Definitely worth my money.

My ranting for the day is coming to an end, but before I log off, I declare that I only have 12 days left before Valentine's Day and 332 days left in this year to find the Shinobu of my life! Gambatte!