That still doesn't mean the suffering was justified. And - whether or not our situations are or were comparable, it's fair for me to offer another perspective.

[ Augh. She wouldn't be great at this even if she HADN'T just had that super great fun time. It's still a struggle to focus. ]

There's a non-zero chance that things could get better. I choose to have hope, and to strive for the best possible end.

... And, for the record: Choco Korone does not and will not hold this against Ushiromiya Battler. You didn't mean to hurt me, Battler-senpai, and intention means a lot in my book. If it helps to hear the words ... Choco Korone forgives Ushiromiya Battler.