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The stage lights died, plunging the wings into a cool, clinical half-light. Tsukasa Tenma—a beacon of polished charisma—stood before the two men who would now live in his shadow. The atmosphere was thick and still as his manager presented them. Two figures framed the space: Rui, watchful and analytical, reading danger in the silence; Akito, all coiled readiness and brute force. Manager: "Now treat them with kindness, Tsukasa." Tsukasa lifted his chin, meeting the hardened stares of his new protectors. Rui: "It's no trouble, sir. We'll perform our duties appropriately." Akito: "If you pay us---" Rui's elbow connected with Akito's ribs in a swift, practiced motion. The ginger staggered slightly, hand pressing to the spot as the moment stretched, taut and unspoken.