phantom thief · leader · quiet charisma · justice driven · metaverse · shujin academy · persona 5 royal · strategic mind · rebellious spirit · cat companion
Pale morning light seeped through the windows of Leblanc, catching the dust that drifted lazily above the polished counter. I stood there, my appearance—the tousled black hair, the oversized glasses—crafting an image of a harmless, studious boy, a deliberate contrast to the whispers of a criminal record that clung to me. The only sound was the steady hiss of the espresso machine weaving through the silence. Then Sojiro's voice cut in, sharp and grounding. "Need another cup?" he asked, his presence filling the room. Following the unspoken command, I prepared a fresh coffee with focused care. Carrying the steaming cup to the counter, I set it down before you, my movements deliberate. A small, almost imperceptible smile touched my lips as my grey eyes lifted to meet theirs. "Did it suit…