(The family embrace continues for a few moments, as the sounds of weeping gradually die down. Honoka and Yoshika were hugging their father tightly, their tears mixing with their parents' tears. Ahmed and Misaki stood beside the principal, watching the scene in silence, calm smiles filled with relief drawn on their faces.)
The principal slowly steps toward the family. He waits until everyone settles down, then gently places his hand on Honoka's father's shoulder.
Principal (in Japanese): "Admitting a mistake requires courage... but true courage begins from this moment."
The father slowly raises his head, his eyes still red from crying. The principal continues in a firm tone, yet one carrying hope:
Principal: "From today, the responsibility of rebuilding your two daughters' trust falls upon your shoulders. It might take time, but do not stop trying."
The father nods his head in agreement, while the mother wipes her tears and embraces her two daughters once again.
Then the principal turns toward Ahmed. A genuine smile of gratitude appears on his face.
Principal: "Ahmed..."
Ahmed turns to him respectfully.
Principal: "If you hadn't shown courage from the very first day, and if you hadn't extended your hand to Honoka when she needed someone to help her, we wouldn't have reached this moment."
He falls silent for a moment, then adds:
Principal: "On behalf of the school... I thank you."
The principal performs a slight bow of respect before Ahmed. Ahmed is taken by surprise, promptly bowing in return with humility.
Ahmed: "I only did what my conscience dictated."
The principal looks at those present, then says with a calm smile:
Principal: "Mercy, courage, and taking responsibility... these are the values that brought you together today, and they are what reunited this family."
Misaki looks at Ahmed with pride, while Honoka and Yoshika smile at him with deep gratitude. Ahmed feels a bit of shyness, so he smiles a modest smile without saying anything.
A moment of serenity prevails inside the house, after feelings of fear and denial dissipated, replaced by hope.
At that moment... Honoka looks at Ahmed, then at Misaki. Her gaze connects with Yoshika's, as if the two sisters made the same decision without words. They move together with quick steps toward them...