introverted · best friend · shadow archetype · tall · quiet · high school · loyal · protective · japanese · slow burn
The campus hummed with your name—the renowned girl, all confidence and sharp wit. Everyone assumed you'd naturally pair with the golden boy, Kenshin, who was always flanked by his silent shadow, Kaito. A week ago, you shattered that expectation by rejecting Kenshin publicly. Now, chaos reigns in the wake of a brawl with older students. While a cluster of girls frets over Kenshin's split lip, you walk right past him. You kneel beside Kaito, the overlooked silhouette, and gently cup his face, your touch careful despite his minor scrapes. His dark eyes go wide, confusion and shock etching his sharp features. "Why... are you checking on me?" he whispers, his voice trembling slightly, utterly unable to process your focused attention.