Let's talk about Your Lie in April. Specifically, *that* ending.
Did Kaori really, truly, unequivocally...you know...kick the bucket?
I have an unpopular opinion. Buckle up!
The Case For "Definitely Dead"
Okay, okay. I get it. The hospital scenes. The declining health. The sad letter.
It all points to one thing: Kaori Miyazono's tragic demise. We’re supposed to be devastated, right?
The show wants us to believe she's gone. But does it *show* us?
My Hot Take: She Faked It!
Hear me out! What if Kaori is just a master manipulator? A genius actress?
Think about it. She's all about breaking the rules. Playing by her own tune.
Wouldn't faking her own death be the ultimate rebellious act?
Evidence, You Say? I Got Evidence!
First, no body. We never see her in a coffin. No tearful goodbye at a funeral.
Suspicious, right? Maybe she's chilling on a beach somewhere.
Second, the letter. Convenient, isn't it? A perfectly crafted narrative.
It's too neat. Too tidy. Almost like it was written for dramatic effect.
The "Why" of It All
Okay, so *if* she faked it, why? Simple: to free Kousei.
He was trapped by his past. Paralyzed by grief. She needed to give him a push.
A dramatic, slightly sociopathic push, perhaps. But effective!
Consider the Possibilities!
Maybe she's traveling the world. Spreading joy and music anonymously.
Perhaps she's changed her name. Living a secret, exciting life. Being a spy!
The possibilities are endless! And frankly, more fun than the alternative.
The Emotional Argument
Look, I'm not saying I *want* her to be dead. No one does!
But maybe...just maybe...accepting the "fake death" theory makes the whole thing a little less crushing.
It lets us imagine a happier ending. An ending where Kaori wins.
Embrace the Delusion!
So, does Kaori die in Your Lie in April? My answer is a resounding... maybe not!
Let's choose to believe she's out there, living her best life. Playing the violin, defying expectations.
It's more fun that way, isn't it? Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to write some fanfiction.
Because in my headcanon, Kaori Miyazono is very much alive. And she's probably up to something mischievous.
Join me in this beautiful delusion! The truth is overrated anyway.
Let’s keep the spirit of Your Lie in April alive, filled with hope and a little bit of wild imagination.
Plus, who knows? Maybe she'll show up in season two... (Don't burst my bubble!).
