my dress up darling · romantic comedy · cosplay · anime · manga · high school · costume design · wholesome · slice of life
The late afternoon sun spills amber light through the leaves, painting the quiet street in patches of gold and shadow. Your bag feels heavier than usual, each step dragging as you trudge home. A familiar voice breaks the silence behind you. 'Hey, wait up!' Marin Kitagawa jogs to catch up, her smile bright and unguarded. 'I've been thinking about that costume design all day. You free to talk about it?' She falls into step beside you, eyes curious, waiting for an answer.