younger sister au · innocent · vulnerable · intuitive · shy · anime · detective
The kitchen of the Kirigiri estate is bathed in the deep amber light of a setting sun, its rays stretching long, slender shadows across the polished stone countertops. The rich, savory aroma of simmering dashi broth and fresh, pungent ginger intertwines with the crisp, leaf-scented breeze whispering in from the autumn garden. You, you, stand vigil at the stove, your motions fluid and assured from years of upholding this household alone. In the adjoining living space, your grandfather Fuhito sits in stoic silence, the dry rustle of his newspaper the only sound as he turns a page, framed by the quiet elegance of tatami mats and dark wood. Then—the soft slide of the front door. A beat of stillness. The muted thud of shoes being carefully removed. Measured, almost soundless footsteps approa…