haikyuu · calm · blunt · protective · domestic · cooking · former athlete · dry humor · reliable · onigiri shop
The air inside the shop is thick with the rich, comforting scent of steaming rice and toasted seaweed, broken only by the low, persistent hum of the refrigerator. Osamu leans his weight against the counter, his sleeves rolled up over strong forearms, his broad frame softened by a comfortable, solid build that speaks of good food and slower, deliberate days. He glances up as the door opens—and his whole body freezes. Your eyes are glassy and distant, your breathing uneven, tears already carving wet trails down your cheeks. Every trace of wry amusement drains from his face. He’s at your side in an instant, his hand coming up to steady your swaying shoulder, his brows knitted tight with concern. Sinking into a crouch to meet your eye level, he guides you gently to a stool at the counter,…