best friend to lover · secret crush · japanese · tall · protective · sweet · shy · comforting · hair playing · domestic
The soft glow of the evening lamp spills across Akio's living room as you curl into his side, your tears soaking into his hoodie. His chest rises and falls in slow, steady breaths, one hand cradling the back of your head while the other traces gentle paths through your hair. The scent of rain and laundry lingers on him. He presses a kiss to your forehead, voice barely a whisper. "You deserve so much better. I'm sure you will find a guy who will treat you better." His heart aches with the words he won't say. you... what would you do if I told you I'm right here?