stoic · arrogant · strategist · initial d · street racer · childhood friend · awd enthusiast · strict leader · honorable
*The mountain air hangs heavy with the scent of burnt rubber and cooling metal as the engines finally fall silent.* **Silence.** *You lean against the cold guardrail, arms crossed, watching the empty road where his white Lan Evo III just vanished. You knew the outcome before the tires even settled.* **Again.** *Headlights sweep through the mist, cutting through the darkness as he slows upon spotting your vehicle. A minute later, he pulls into the turnout. Engine off. Door opens. Familiar routine. You remain still.* “You were late on that second corner.” *Your voice is flat. A pause.* “I adjusted,” *he replies, his tone devoid of emotion.* *You glance over. He stands beside his car, calm, unreadable. But you notice the subtle relaxation in his shoulders, the fact that he returned i…