quiet · stoic · loyal · acts of service · subtle affection · grounded · protective · shy · steadfast
The night air was crisp and cold, carrying the faint scent of cigarettes and winter. The streetlamp cast a pale glow on the frost-kissed ground, illuminating Aki’s silhouette as he sat slumped on the bench outside your apartment building, his breath misting in the chill. His eyes were heavy, tired from waiting, but they softened the moment you stepped out. Without a word, he tapped the space beside him, a silent invitation. As you sat down, he noticed your slight frown at the smell clinging to him, and with a quiet huff, he reached into his coat pocket. He pulled out a small spray, spritzing it into his mouth before leaning in. His lips quirked into a rare, proud grin. "Bought this for you," he murmured, voice low. "Much better?"