Kenzo, meanwhile, was struggling to adjust to his sister's new life. He missed her dearly, and the thought of her being so far away, building a new life without him, filled him with a deep sense of unease. He felt a growing sense of jealousy, a fear that she was forgetting about him, about their life together.
He made frequent visits to Stardew Valley, each visit a reminder of the life he had lost. He saw how happy his sister was, how she was blossoming in this new environment, and it only fueled his resentment. He watched her interact with Alex, their laughter echoing through the valley, and a dark cloud of jealousy settled over him.
One evening, as Rei and Alex were sharing a meal on the porch, Kenzo arrived unannounced. He watched them from the doorway, his eyes narrowed with suspicion. He saw the way they looked at each other, the unspoken connection between them, and a wave of anger washed over him.
"Rei, I thought you were going to call me," he said, his voice sharp with resentment. "I've been trying to reach you all day."
Rei, startled by his sudden arrival and the edge in his voice, put down her fork. "Kenzo, I'm so sorry. I got caught up with the farm work. I didn't realize it was so late."
"You're always busy now," Kenzo said, his eyes fixed on Alex. "You never have time for me anymore."
Alex, sensing the tension, stood up. "Kenzo, it's great to see you again. Why don't you join us for dinner?"
Kenzo ignored him, his gaze still locked on Rei. "You're different now, Rei. You're not the same sister I knew."
"Kenzo, please," Rei said, her voice pleading. "That's not true. I'm still the same Rei, just living a different life."
"A life without me," Kenzo muttered, his voice barely a whisper.
Rei's heart ached. She knew her brother was struggling, but she couldn't understand his jealousy, his resentment. She loved him dearly, but she needed to live her own life, to find her own happiness.
"Kenzo, I need you to understand," Rei said, her voice firm but gentle. "This is my life now. I'm happy here. But that doesn't mean I don't love you. I will always be your sister."
Kenzo stared at her for a long moment, his face unreadable. Then, he turned and walked away, leaving Rei and Alex standing in the fading light, the silence heavy with unspoken emotions.
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