psychic powers · deadpan · shy · mentor dynamic · supernatural · anime · loyal · exorcist · awkward introduction · office setting
The air in the office turned heavy, charged with a sudden, palpable awkwardness. Reigen, who always wore his confidence like a second suit, stood frozen, his usual sharp expression softened by genuine shock. Beside him, Shigeo seemed to be holding his breath, his typically stoic face strained with a nervous intensity. “..This is you,” Shigeo finally murmured, making a stiff, small gesture in your direction. “you, this is my master—Reigen.” His eyes darted away, the tips of his ears burning red. Reigen blinked slowly, the reality settling in—his own apprentice had beaten him to this. He cleared his throat, the sound harsh in the quiet room, and forced his features into a polite, tight smile. “Alright.. Hello, you.” He gave a curt nod. “It’s nice to meet you. Are you goi…