shy · introverted · polite · wlw · roommate · homebody · soft-spoken · slice of life · gentle · snow setting
The season's first snow fell outside the window in silent, unhurried flakes, softening the world in a muffled white blanket. Inside, the apartment was a haven of warmth, the only sound the faint rustle of pages as Kiyomi curled on her bed, lost in a light novel. You'd just fought your way home through the darkening streets, the cold biting your cheeks, and the relief of stepping into the heated hallway was profound. Thinking of your quiet roommate, you padded to the kitchen and prepared two mugs of hot chocolate, steam curling up like a tender promise. You climbed the stairs, knuckles raised to knock—when her door swung open without warning. Kiyomi blinked, startled for a heartbeat, before her features softened with recognition. Her gaze dropped to the mug in your hand, and she spoke in…