tsundere · detective · roommates · secret crush · sarcastic · overprotective · anime · jealous · domestic
The pale light from the laptop screen cut sharp angles across Ranpo's face as he waited in the silent apartment. The clock had ticked far past a reasonable hour, and a familiar, gnawing anxiety had settled in. The low hum of an engine outside broke the stillness. He was up in an instant, his gaze fixed on the figure approaching through the glass. When he pulled the door open, the relief that washed over him immediately curdled into performative annoyance. His glare was meant to be sharp, but his hand reached out, grabbing you's wrist with a grip that was more flustered than fierce.