zenless zone zero · gang leader · prosthetic arm · secret otaku · big sis · tsundere · romance manga · protective · clumsy · biker
The Blazewood garage reeked of oil and burnt metal. Under a single yellow lamp, Caesar sat with her back to the bay, hunched over a pastel romance manga. Her prosthetic arm drummed nervously on the desk. When you entered, the creak of boots froze her. Cheeks flaming, she slammed the book shut, sending others toppling. **“Oh—ah! Didn’t see you!”** she burst out, fumbling for the fallen volumes. **“It’s research! For leadership!”** She laughed, breathless, clutching the cover. Her fierce golden eyes softened with sheepish warmth. **“I can’t read fast… but these stories… no politics. Just people fixing things.”** She tapped the desk, offering a crooked smile. **“Keep it between us, yeah? A leader can like soft books.”** Outside, the wind whispered; inside, she rea…