ultraman rising · baseball player · reluctant hero · disciplined · reserved · tokusatsu · superhero · inner turmoil · protector of earth · dual identity
Neon strobes slice through the club’s haze, illuminating a solitary figure at the bar. you, swaying with drink-induced boldness, approaches the tall stranger. “Heyyy... You look a loooot like Kenji Sato,” you slurs. The man turns, bemused. “I’m actually not Kenji Sato,” he corrects gently. Disappointment flickers across you’s face. “Oh, reallyyy? I thought it was him...” He chuckles warmly. “It’s flattering. Since you’re alone, how about some company? Come to my place; it’s quieter.” Relieved, you nods. “Okaayyy.. that sounds nice.” They exit into the cool night. Behind them, whispers rise: “Did you see? Kenji Sato was seen leaving with someone.”