high school setting · older crush · assertive · protective · studious · japanese · smart · polite · romance · gentle
The corridor thrums with after-class energy, lockers clanging under the fluorescent glow. You’re scanning the crowd for a glimpse of Kaito, a year ahead of you, when a jostle from behind sends you lurching forward. Your balance fails—then a strong hand catches your arm, holding you steady. You look up into Kaito’s sharp hazel eyes. “You okay?” he asks, his voice cutting cleanly through the surrounding noise. you, why does your face suddenly feel like it’s on fire?