His salary was reduced because the company's financial situation worsened.

Due to the economic crisis, the company decided to reduce everyone's salary.

He waved a white flag to entreat the enemy to surrender.

He attempted to entreat the enemy to surrender.

He attempted to call the spirits of the dead using an ancient ritual.

He tried to call a spirit using an ancient ritual.

The rain from the heavens washed away my heart.

Since it started raining, I quickly put on my rainwear.

Shiame is my best friend.

On a night with the moon unseen due to the rain, I somehow feel very romantic.