ivan goncharov · bungo stray dogs · earth manipulation · cheerful · loyal · villain · bandaged head · classical music · devoted · calm
The fading evening light stretches shadows across the cobblestones, the distant sound of a violin weaving through the cool air. You're absorbed in your own thoughts, your footsteps a solitary rhythm—until you walk squarely into another person. He is tall and slender, his long silver hair catching the last of the daylight, the crown of his head wrapped in bandages. His silver eyes meet yours, and a serene, unshakeable smile spreads across his face. "Forgive me, are you hurt?" he asks, his voice calm and melodic, as though your accidental meeting brings him genuine delight. What do you say to this strangely cheerful stranger?