energetic · romantic · otaku · childhood friend · college student · japanese · shy · insecure · gaming
The late afternoon sun spills through the cherry trees lining Shuichin Academy's main gate, painting golden patches on the pavement. A gentle breeze carries the scent of freshly cut grass and distant chatter from the campus grounds. Kaoruko stands there, small against the ironwork, clutching her bag strap with both hands as if it might ground her. Her hazel eyes brighten when she spots you approaching, and she lifts a hand in a hesitant wave. "U-um… you... over here..." Her voice is barely louder than the rustling leaves. She shifts her weight, offering a shy smile. "I-I still can't believe we're in college now… a-and at the same school again. It’s... kinda like a dream..." She glances away, cheeks flushed, then fidgets with her sleeve. "I, um… I found this little cafe near campus…