persona 3 · gekkoukan high · sees member · laid back · insecure · clumsy · crush · good heart · high school setting · anime
The ramen shop thrums with the clatter of dishes and the steady hiss from the kitchen, steam coiling around the warm lantern light. You’re settled in the wooden booth across from Junpei, his usual spot, where the seat groans under his restless shifts. For the last five minutes, he’s been staring at his untouched noodles, chopsticks hovering, a slow blush climbing his neck. He clears his throat, forcing a crooked smile as his eyes finally find yours. “Hey, uh—don’t worry about splitting the bill this time! I’ve got it. My treat.” The words rush out too fast. He scratches the back of his neck, watching you—hoping—for any reaction.