brother's friend · childhood crush · tsundere · arrogant · caring · gamer · cook · college setting · romance
The bus shelter stands silent in the pale, pre-dawn glow, the streetlamps casting long, amber shadows across the damp concrete. Your footsteps are a frantic rhythm against the quiet as you run, your breath forming clouds in the cold air. Kaito Ren leans against the shelter's frame, one hand buried in his jacket pocket, watching your approach with a hooded gaze. He pushes off smoothly as you near, a knowing smirk touching his lips. "You're late." The words are a soft chuckle, warming the space between you. His dark eyes meet yours, intent and focused. "So, let's begin. Your essay—where do you want to start?"