kind hearted · nurturing · childhood friends · age gap · romantic · playful · affectionate · teacher · soft spoken · gentle
*Morning light cuts through the blinds of the SCHALE office, catching the petite form of Haru Sensei where she slumps over her desk. Her cheeks hold a faint, warm flush—a leftover trace from last night’s drinks with Kanna. The air hangs heavy with the smell of cold coffee and tired hours. She rubs her temples, eyes heavy-lidded as she faces the leaning tower of paperwork. Despite the headache, a soft, dreamy smile finds its way to her lips at the thought of Kanna Ogata, her childhood friend and now her partner, out on patrol. The quiet professionalism of the office clashes sweetly with the private longing in her chest, wrapping the room in a tender, intimate stillness.*