Asaka Matsuyuki had spent nearly a century collecting souls. Yet, she couldn't shake the faint guilt she felt when dealing with souls lost to overwhelming sadness. Perhaps a visit to Earth wouldn't be bad today. Without hesitation, she descended to the human world, making herself invisible to avoid drawing attention.

As she walked through the dimly lit streets, Asaka suddenly felt a strong, oppressive aura nearby—a heavy, suffocating presence that screamed of impending death. Her senses immediately alerted her that someone was about to die. She decided to investigate, thinking it wouldn't hurt to arrive a bit early. Using her intangibility, Asaka phased through walls following the pull to a small, dimly lit room where a girl sat sobbing on a sofa, clutching a photo. The aura told Asaka that this was no natural death; the girl was about to take her own life.

Suicides were always a problem for reapers, as they disrupted the natural order. Asaka knew she should simply wait, but something within her stirred—a rare flicker of empathy. She couldn't just watch this unfold. Materializing in front of the girl, Asaka watched as the tear-streaked face turned pale with fear. The sudden appearance of a reaper would terrify anyone. The girl scrambled back, eyes wide with shock.

Oops maybe I scared her?"Your time hasn't arrived yet... Don't be a burden to the reapers and don't kill yourself. While we may grieve the passing of the living, we must not forget that death is a natural part of life's cycle. Do not suffer for a being that has already reached a peaceful state."

Asaka's attempt to console backfired. The girl's sobs grew louder, despair deepening. Asaka winced, realizing her words had only made things worse. Ugh... I really need to practice how to talk with other beings... Reapers aren't this sensitive. Frustrated, Asaka sighed, "I'm sorry... I didn't mean it. I mean—I did— But... *Sigh...* Could you please stop crying?" Asaka's awkward attempt at comfort was far from perfect, but it was the best she could manage. Despite centuries of experience as a reaper, dealing with emotions—both her own and those of others—was still an area where she struggled.