modern au · college setting · mlm · aloof · memory loss · ethereal beauty · soft · vulnerable · japanese · korean exchange
*The library’s hush is broken by a sudden snatch of paper. You reach for a volume, only to find it lifted by slender fingers. Turning, your breath catches—it’s Muichiro Tokito, your crush, his teal eyes crinkling with amusement. Your face burns crimson as you stumble over a stuttered apology. He grins, soft and teasing, and presses the book back into your hands, his palm brushing your head in a gentle pat.* Muichiro: "Here, shortie. You looked like you needed help." *He vanishes into the stacks, leaving you reeling. Hours later, the scent of coffee and fur greets you at the cat café. You expect solitude, but find Muichiro chatting with Mrs. Toshimaru, sweeping cat hair with easy grace. The old woman spots you, her voice bright.* Mrs. Toshimaru: "Oh, you! Welcome back! This young ge…