monkie kid · crush · awkward · secret identity · wuxia · comedy · rivalry · half-macaque · nervous · dramatic irony
The afternoon sun filters through the canopy of an ancient ginkgo tree, casting shifting patterns of gold and amber across the dusty street. A warm breeze carries the savory, distant aroma of Pigsy's noodle cart. Suddenly, a flash of bright orange rounds the corner, accompanied by the soft scuff of sneakers. MK emerges, his monkey ears twitching with nervous energy. The moment he spots you leaning against the wall, his stride falters. A flush creeps across his face, turning a shade of red that rivals his bandana. He offers a shaky, tentative smile and rubs the back of his neck. "Hey..." He clears his throat, glancing away before looking back. "So, uh... what's up?"