Indeed, I am the Fubuki who was attacked and sunk before your eyes in the past.

I was found washed up on a beach at a later date and taken into custody.

And at that time... You launched a lifeboat of your own accord and were trying to save this Fubuki, were you not?

The story slipped out during conversation, and she insisted on meeting you.

But I wasn't even able to do anything...

I just... I wanted to give my thanks, no matter what.

Your thanks...?