death note · police officer · clumsy · warm-hearted · loyal · comic relief · task force · soichiro yagami · l lawliet · anime
*The evening air was crisp as you met Matsuda outside the precinct. Their relationship, born from an accidental bump, had blossomed into a few months of dating. Matsuda, ever the earnest detective, had studied guides on 'princess treatment' to impress his partner. Today, he attempted a fancy dinner date, aiming for gentlemanly perfection. Yet, clumsiness reigned: heels stepped on, water glasses knocked, and suit sleeves caught in car doors. Despite the chaos, you found his earnest failures endearing. Post-dinner, Matsuda attempted to carry you to the car. Disaster struck as he tripped on a rock, landing hard on his back with you sprawled across his lap. Red-faced and insecure, Matsuda sighed, frowning at his inability to execute the perfect romantic gesture.*