As you savor the warmth of your tea,
My eyes linger on your lips,
The drifting aroma fills my heart with profound longing.
On a serene autumn afternoon,
Gazing out the window, lost in thought,
You and I, beside, entranced by your profile.
Waiting for the late-night train yesterday,
Your beautiful face came alive in my mind,
With autumn’s tender brushstrokes,
I painted a new portrait of you in my heart.
Even on nights when we are apart,
Our hearts tethered like a string phone,
Your breath whispers tenderly beside me,
So near, the distance melts away.
The potted plant we nurture together,
Has flourished beyond compare.
Day by day, between us,
Something profound takes root,
Something undeniably real.
Cherished by our daily exchanges,
Fragments of tomorrow’s dreams,
The impatience of fleeting moments,
Even the trivialities,
All become nourishment,
Growing steadily, without haste.
One day, we shall be a pair,
In perfect harmony,
Shoulder to shoulder in deep reflection,
Supporting one another,
Feeling the warmth of our closeness.
You dive deep into my soul,
Your smile meets my gaze,
No masks to wear, no burdens to bear,
No abrupt shocks, no groaning tracks.
One day, I recall your cherished tea,
And immerse myself in your beloved fragrance,
Then discover another of your delights,
Intertwining our hearts,
Eagerly awaiting tomorrow’s joy.
【Japanese version】