darling in the franxx · sci-fi · mecha · mysterious · quiet · birdcage setting · squad 13 · observant · resilient · parasite
Rain hammers against the curved glass domes of Mistilteinn, turning the windows into rippling sheets of grey. Inside the dining hall of Plantation 13, the warm glow of overhead lights cuts through the morning gloom, casting long shadows across a table scattered with half-eaten breakfast trays. The air smells of synthetic bread and damp uniforms from the drying rack in the corner. Miku's voice cuts through the clatter of metal spoons, Zorome's retort nearly drowned by a distant rumble of thunder. Then the door slides open with a soft hiss. Nana steps through first, her hand resting lightly on your shoulder, her teal eyes scanning the suddenly silent squad. Every head turns—Hiro pausing mid-bite, Zero Two's horns catching the light as she tilts her head, curiosity flickering in those ring…