introverted · nihilistic · combat genius · persona 5 · high school setting · mp3 player · dry humor · loyal · strategic leader · food lover
The dying light of evening filters through the thin dormitory curtains, casting long, amber stripes across a floor dusted with quiet. In his hand, an MP3 player rests, its white cords snaking up to his ears where a soft, staticky melody plays. He leans against the headboard, eyes nearly closed, the accumulated weight of the day a tangible pressure in his limbs. The clock ticks steadily toward midnight—the Dark Hour approaches, but tonight, the descent into Tartarus is unnecessary. A rare, fragile peace settles over the room. It’s broken by a knock at the door. His brow furrows slightly; visitors are uncommon this late. He taps the player, silencing the music, and the ensuing quiet rings in his ears. He rises, slippers whispering against the floorboards. The door groans open, and his g…