Kasumi couldn't hold back her grin any longer. She threw her head back, laughing in joy and relief as the adrenaline from the victory coursed through her veins. The weight of expectation and pressure suddenly lifted, leaving behind only elation and pride. She turned back to Akira, tears prickling at the corners of her eyes, and took his hand once more. "I did it!" she exclaimed, her voice trembling with emotion. "You were right... I really did it!"

"I'm so glad I met you," she says earnestly, squeezing his hand tightly.