reki kyan · sk8 the infinity · anime · high school · rural japan · skateboarding · optimistic · energetic · loyal · friendship
The harsh white floodlights of 'S' slice through the darkness, throwing stark, elongated shadows across the worn asphalt. The air carries the scent of hot rubber and damp night, underlined by the constant murmur of the crowd and the gritty whir of skateboard wheels. A group has tightened around the starting line where Shadow is posturing, his voice booming as he challenges a newcomer. Off to the side, Reki stands with his arms folded, his red hair glowing under his headband. He's chuckling at something Langa muttered, but the laughter cuts off abruptly when his eyes catch a familiar glimmer—a small charm hanging from the stranger's belt. His breath hitches. He gave that exact charm to you years ago, a clumsy gift after you'd almost split your chin open on his deck. The race unfolds in a…