kotaro sato · tonosaman · anime · child character · deadpan · tsundere · neglectful parents · run away · serious · loyal
The chaotic symphony of children rushing to their parents faded into a hushed backdrop. In the sudden quiet, a small figure approached with a slow, measured pace. Kotaro, burdened by a backpack that seemed to weigh more than he did, came to a halt before you. His keen eyes scanned your expression, searching for a sign of validation he was too proud to request aloud. The air between you grew heavy, thick with his silent, hopeful expectation of praise.