{Flashback}
In a quiet village bathed in sunlight, a young boy named Arata played with his family. His parents smiled warmly as he ran around, his older brother watching from the porch, and his little sister giggling beside their mother.
Arata: "Mom, when are we going out somewhere?"
Mom: "Soon enough, dear. Just be patient."
Arata: "Okay!"
Excited, he sprinted outside. The green grass shimmered under the golden rays of the sun, and the gentle breeze carried the scent of flowers and fresh earth. The world felt calm, perfect, endless.
Arata: "Feels so good! Finally, we're going out!"
His friends called to him from the village square.
Friend: "Hey, Arata! Catch me if you can!"
Arata: "Alright! I'm coming!"
The friend darted away, faster than Arata expected. He pushed his legs harder, chasing, heart pounding, but no matter how fast he ran, he couldn't catch up.
Friend (teasing): "Haha! Too slow!"
Arata (gritting teeth): "Just wait… I'll get you next time!"
Hours passed as they ran across fields, their laughter mixing with the rustle of leaves and the chirping of birds. Exhausted, Arata finally stopped.
Arata: "Okay… I give up."
Friend (laughing): "See? Can't catch me!"
Arata sank to the grass, chest heaving, and looked at the horizon. The sunlight sparkled like tiny diamonds, and for a moment, the whole world felt limitless.