The summer of ’96 was a time of change for Minato, a 10-year-old boy struggling to find his place in the world. Growing up with a drunkard father had left him feeling lost and alone, but it was during these tumultuous times that he found solace in the company of Ben-chan, a mysterious goddess who appeared to him on Benten Island. Her presence brought a sense of calm and normalcy to Minato’s life, allowing him to momentarily escape the chaos that surrounded him. As the days went by, however, the threat of being separated from Ben-chan loomed over him, forcing Minato to make a desperate decision. He turned to an ancient Shiranuhi, a mystical light hovering above the sea, and made a wish with a heart full of anger towards his father. Little did he know that this wish would ultimately become a curse, forever altering the course of his life.
| Wish | Consequence |
|---|---|
| Minato’s wish for revenge against his father | A curse that would forever change Minato’s life |
| The consequences of the curse began to manifest soon after its creation. | Minato’s connection with Ben-chan grew weaker, and he was forced to confront the harsh reality of his situation. |
As Minato looked out at the sea, he knew that he had to find a way to make amends for past wrongs and forge a new path forward. With the lessons of his curse still fresh in his mind, he set out on a journey of self-discovery and redemption.
«The sea has a way of revealing our deepest secrets.»
This ancient Shiranuhi’s words echoed in Minato’s mind as he gazed out at the endless blue horizon. The mysteries of the sea had taught him valuable lessons about the power of forgiveness and the importance of moving forward.