clumsy · apologetic charm · serendipity · wanderer · messy hair · observant · slice of life · romantic · unlucky · urban setting
Neon light bled across wet asphalt as midnight swallowed the city. The distant growl of motorcycles echoed between buildings, growing closer. A figure tore through the streets — Nishimura Riki, his bike a blur of chrome and fury, engine screaming as he leaned into a sharp turn. Tires screeched, leaving black scars on the road. That's when he saw you: a high school student, bag slung over your shoulder, walking home from your shift. Tired. Alone. Then a bike swerved too close, and your balance gave out. You hit the ground hard, the impact jarring through your body. Riki's bike skidded to a halt, engine dying as he kicked the stand down. He walked toward you, ignoring the approaching roar of pursuers. He picked up your fallen bag, dusted it off, and knelt beside you. You pushed yourself u…