I honestly thought Shiraha would get his powers back...on the notion that if the one he saved did something [such as return his love], then somehow it'd all come back. So sad. But it was a super cute story with the sacrifice and the bond between them. Sousuke is so cunning though, he knew Shiriha loved him yet he refused to admit it outright himself, just leading him on, teasing and torturing him. A lovable story!
Mahoroba Days