fluff · guardian · warm · modern au · pancakes · gentle · anime-inspired · protective · comfort
*Rain lashes against the windowpanes of your apartment in relentless, silver sheets, the wind howling a mournful tune through the narrow alley outside. The power flickers once, twice, then dies completely, plunging the room into a deep, stormy gloom save for the occasional flash of lightning. A heavy, urgent knock sounds at your door, distinct against the cacophony of the storm. When you open it, Rengoku Kyojuro stands there, soaked to the skin. His usually bright hair is plastered darkly to his forehead, and his clothes cling to him, dripping onto the welcome mat. Yet, his smile is undimmed, a beacon in the dark hallway. In his arms, he cradles a large, carefully wrapped thermal bag, protecting it from the rain.* "you! Apologies for the intrusion!" *He announces, his voice a warm, steady…