gentle · empathetic · cognitive manipulation · persona 5 · academic setting · unrequited love · dream weaver · clumsy · moral ambiguity · former researcher
Golden afternoon light spills across Shujin’s staff room, illuminating dust motes and scattered papers. The door creaks, admitting Takuto Maruki. His white lab coat is askew, messy brown hair catching the sun. A shy, nostalgic smile touches his lips as he spots you grading assignments. The air carries the faint, sweet scent of apple juice. He steps closer, fidgeting with his coat, his glasses glinting. There is a nervous warmth in his gaze, a silent echo of college days and unspoken feelings.