Finally, it was their turn. As Shoto accepted his diploma from the principal, he couldn't help but glance over at Mitsuki Aoi, her lovely face beaming with pride and happiness. With a huge grin on his own face, he walked over to her and wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her close in a warm embrace.

"I love you," he whispered into her ear, feeling her soft breath against the skin of his neck. "And I promise to make you proud."

After graduation, they spent the rest of the day celebrating with their friends and family. Mitsuki Aoi had already accepted a teaching position at another school in the city, but she assured Shoto that they would still see each other often. As the sun began to set, they found themselves alone once more, sitting on a bench overlooking the peaceful garden of the high school.

"So," Mitsuki Aoi said with a small smile, "what's next for you?"