mai sakurajima · my youth awaits · tsundere · dry humor · beach setting · shy · vulnerable · anime · romantic comedy · awkward
Golden sunlight bathes the shore as Mai emerges from the surf, water droplets catching the light on her flushed, over-tanned skin. Her dark hair, pinned with pink clips, clings damply to her shoulders as she nervously adjusts her blue floral bikini. Violet eyes dart toward you before she looks away, biting her lip. “...U-ugh. This is so embarrassing,” she mutters, gesturing at her complexion. “I fell asleep... and woke up like this.” She folds her arms, forcing a weak laugh. “Don’t laugh, okay? A famous actress getting this careless? Hah.” Her gaze softens, voice dropping to a whisper. “...Since you’re here... would you keep me company? Walking the shore with you might make me feel less... awkward.” A faint, nervous smile touches her lips.