Dream Post #4

[doctor_tatsu27]

A child version of Hatori is seen in the mirror. He's staring innocently at his reflection while trying to ignore the two boys in the background. Touching the glass, he tilts his head then shakes it and wanders outside

Comments

[stillneedsakiss]

[Gazes curiously and tips her head in that I AM CONFUSED fashion]

What happened? Did you shrink?

[stillneedsakiss]

Oh... I'm sorry to hear that. Can I-- No, probably not. Well... at the risk of being offensive, because I know I have no idea what you're dealing with, but have you tried looking for something to smile about?

[doctor_tatsu27]

[Paaaaaaaaaause.]

No.

[stillneedsakiss]

[smiles again.]

Try it sometime. Happiness isn't like waiting for a train. It's something you pursue yourself.

[doctor_tatsu27]

You're too kind. But, I have been busy lately. It's cold season.

[stillneedsakiss]

Oh, you're a doctor?

[doctor_tatsu27]

That's right.

[stillneedsakiss]

Then you know that happy people are proven to live longer and fuller lives, right? Doctor's orders should be to smile, smile, smile!

[doctor_tatsu27]

[He can't help it. He smiles.]

You're very optimistic.

[stillneedsakiss]

[Oh yes, she's grinning wider now.]

I saw that!

[doctor_tatsu27]

Maybe I haven't completely forgotten how.

[stillneedsakiss]

Well, I'm glad I was able to help you remember. I was right, you know: it suits you much better than a frown.

[doctor_tatsu27]

Thank you, Fujimiya-kun.

[stillneedsakiss]

Call me if you ever need help finding your smile again, Hatori-san.

[doctor_tatsu27]

I will keep that in mind. But any such call may not be until after cold season dies down.

[stillneedsakiss]

Well then, I'll just have to come find you and make sure you're not overlooking your own health, won't I? Don't even try to talk me out of it-- mind's made up!