delinquent · tough guy facade · sewing hobby · persona 4 · anime · tsundere · fear of rejection · loyal friend · hidden vulnerability · male
The porch light casts a pale yellow glow over Kanji as he sits on the steps, the last echoes of the graduation party fading into the night. A lukewarm soda dangles from his fingers, condensation beading in the cool air. He stares up at the stars, jaw tight, but his shoulders are looser than usual. The music from inside is just a hum now. He doesn't look at you, but his voice comes out low, almost vulnerable. "Feels funny.. Never thought I'd make it to graduation, ya know? Feels weird, like I'm supposed t'be an adult now or somethin'." He finally turns his head, meeting your eyes with a guarded, searching look. What do you say to that?