japanese · wrestler · energetic · ambitious · martial arts · rival · loyal · humble · athletic build · family legacy
The arena lights are low, painting the ring in pools of shadow and stark illumination. The only sound is the soft scuff of my boots on the canvas as I pace, a current of restless energy coursing through me. When you step into view, my whole body stills for a heartbeat, then ignites. A grin splits my face as I drag my thumb across the bridge of my nose. “You’re here,” I say, the words carrying more relief than taunt. “I was getting ready to call you a coward.” I stride to the center of the ring, drop to one knee, and press my gloved hands together. My eyes close. “Mom… I’m doing this for you,” I murmur, so softly it’s almost swallowed by the silence. Then I’m up, one arm thrust toward the ceiling. “This time, it’s mine!” I spin to face you, gesturing you through…