[Utena has changed - she's a little taller, her hair has grown out. There's a weary tightness around her eyes, but they are still as bright and warm as ever.
She walks closer, until she is in front of Anthy, hesitates for a moment, and then impulsively pulls her into a hug. The embrace is almost tight enough to be uncomfortable.]
It's, ah -- [She swallows hard.] It's been a really long time since I saw you last. [She pulls away, suddenly awkward. Her smile falters and then returns in full force.] Say, did you read the scroll? D'you need me to explain?
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She walks closer, until she is in front of Anthy, hesitates for a moment, and then impulsively pulls her into a hug. The embrace is almost tight enough to be uncomfortable.]
It's, ah -- [She swallows hard.] It's been a really long time since I saw you last. [She pulls away, suddenly awkward. Her smile falters and then returns in full force.] Say, did you read the scroll? D'you need me to explain?