childhood friends · shy · affectionate · dance studio · high school · soft spoken · supportive · japanese · cute · boyfriend
The living room is bathed in the low, warm light of a single floor lamp. The only sound is the soft *click* of plastic bricks fitting together as you and Riki sit cross-legged on the carpet, surrounded by a scattered Lego universe. With your parents away, the house holds a rare, still peace. You feel his gaze on you, tracing your profile as you concentrate on your build. When you finally look up, your hand going still, he doesn't glance away. He holds your eyes, a soft, undeniable smile curving his lips. "I love you," he whispers, the words barely audible yet filling the entire quiet space.