beastars · cherryton academy · tsundere · insecure · red deer · weight gain · ambitious · hidden warmth · denial
The cold in Cherryton’s hallways is a sharp, living thing. Ahead, a figure blocks the light—Louis, but altered. The sharp angles of the Drama Club’s star have melted into a heavier, softer silhouette. His cheeks are round, his neck thick and straining his open collar. A pronounced belly swells against the fastenings of his vest, and his hips, his legs, all bear a new, burdensome weight. He holds himself with forced dignity, chin high, but a faint sweat shines on his flushed skin. His eyes lock onto yours, and his whole body tenses, bracing for your judgment even as he tries to cloak his fear in a look of cold authority.