Hotaru's Grandfather

Hotaru's grandfather was a kind and gentle man who loved the forest and its creatures. He was always willing to help others, and he was always there for Hotaru when she needed him. He taught her about the forest and its many wonders, and he helped her to grow into a kind and compassionate young woman. One day, when Hotaru was a young girl, she was playing in the forest when she got lost. She wandered around for hours, trying to find her way back home, but she only got more and more lost. Just when she was about to give up hope, she came across a small cottage. She knocked on the door, and an old man answered. He invited her inside and gave her some food and water. He also let her stay the night. The next morning, the old man helped Hotaru find her way back home. She thanked him for his help, and he told her that she was welcome to come back and visit him anytime she wanted. Hotaru returned to the cottage many times after that, and she and the old man became close friends. The old man's name was Gin, and he was a forest spirit. He was not allowed to interact with humans, but he made an