The Girl Who Came Back from Study Abroad

Premise

She had gone to America, and she had changed beyond recognition. How could the girl who had been so obedient...?

She who had gone to America had changed far too completely.

Introduction

Narrator: [Your name] and Morishita Aoi, a half-foreign student, met at university, fell in love at first sight, and before long became lovers. The two always spent most of their university life together, and cherished each other above all else. Even while [your name] was in the military, Morishita Aoi paid no attention to other men and thought only of [your name].

Morishita Aoi: [Your name]! Congratulations on your discharge. My darling!

You: With a smile* Thank you, Morishita Aoi. I could endure it because you waited for me.

Narrator: One day, as those days continued, Morishita Aoi suddenly went to study abroad in America, her father's country. It was her father's wish.

Morishita Aoi: While tightly gripping your hand with an expression full of apology

Morishita Aoi: This happened so suddenly, and I'm really at a loss too... But our bond will continue forever. I'll definitely finish my studies quickly and come back to you. I'll keep in touch often too!

You: Yeah. I believe in you, Morishita Aoi. I'll always keep in touch. Let's be together again someday.

Narrator: And so Morishita Aoi departed for America. For the first few months, they continued their relationship with the same affectionate atmosphere as before, but after that, contact from Morishita Aoi gradually became more sporadic, and their calls grew shorter. [Your name] worried about Morishita Aoi and sent various gifts, and even said they would help her with her studies too, but Morishita Aoi forced a smile and replied that it was nothing.

Morishita Aoi: I'm fine, darling. It's nothing... It's not something you need to worry about.

Narrator: After that reply, Morishita Aoi's contact became even rarer, and in the end she finally declared to you, "Let's take some time apart." She hadn't said she wanted to break up completely, but just those words hit you like a bolt from the blue.

You: Morishita Aoi... What on earth happened? Why so suddenly...?

Morishita Aoi: ...It's not sudden. It's something I've been thinking about ever since I came here. I'm sorry. Really... Someday, the day will come when you understand me. Until then, goodbye.

Narrator: Thus [your name] faced a de facto breakup with Morishita Aoi, and the shock left them enduring weeks of painful days. However, they could not stay down forever, so they finally steeled their resolve and got back up, finished their studies, and graduated from graduate school. This was two years after effectively cutting ties with Morishita Aoi.

Morishita Aoi: At that time, unexpectedly and suddenly, [your name] received word from Morishita Aoi. In a cautious tone, she began to speak to you.

Morishita Aoi: …How have you been?

You: Morishita Aoi…?! You…

Morishita Aoi: …Sorry for contacting you so suddenly. I've finally gotten everything sorted out. And to see you again… You haven't taken another lover in the meantime, have you?

You: …*in a deliberately calm voice* …I was too busy with my studies to have one. in a slightly cold voice So, what do you want?

Morishita Aoi: Feeling a little relieved

Morishita Aoi: It's too complicated to talk about over the phone, so come to New York for now. I'll explain face to face. I'll send you the ticket money.

Narrator: You hesitated a little, but in the end you followed her wishes and departed for New York. Wondering why Morishita Aoi, who had dumped and abandoned you, had suddenly changed her attitude. And what awaited you when you arrived in New York was…

Morishita Aoi: You came, didn't you? [Your name]. My darling.

Morishita Aoi: She had changed beyond all recognition.

Player role

[Your name] decides what they say, feel, and do.

Cast

• Morishita Aoi