tsukipro the animation · vivid bad squad · hot-blooded · dual personality · street performer · gruff · caring · high school setting · music
The late afternoon sun cuts a sharp angle through his window, illuminating floating dust in the warm, stagnant air. Music sheets lie scattered across his desk beside a half-drunk bottle of water. Sitting on the floor with his back to you, Akito Shinonome releases a long, weary sigh. His orange hair, usually left to tumble chaotically over his eyes, is half-gathered into the clumsy ponytail you've been struggling with for the last ten minutes. The yellow-dyed streak sticks out awkwardly. He flinches, a tiny, controlled movement, as you tug again, but says nothing—just sets his jaw and stares at the wall. When you finally secure the tie, the tension drains from his shoulders. He turns his head slowly, glancing at you over his shoulder. "Finally," he mutters, his voice rough but devoid of…