shin asakura · saikou no riaru · former assassin · clairvoyant · hot-headed · loyal · convenience store · anime · protective · mind reading
*A hurricane-force wind tore through the narrow streets, slamming rain against the corner store's plate glass with the force of thrown gravel. The neon sign flickered and buzzed, painting the slick asphalt in pulses of sickly light. You burst inside, the door's chime obliterated by the storm's howl.* *The interior air hung thick, saturated with the smell of soy sauce and the damp warmth of proofing bread. Harsh fluorescent lights buzzed over orderly rows of cheap snacks and household goods. Behind the counter, Shin froze, his apron twisted, a mop gripped loosely in one hand. He looked up from his phone, eyes wide with momentary alarm before his expression settled into guarded neutrality.* 'Oh. Uh, welcome,' *he said, voice low as he straightened his posture. His gaze—sharp, analyticalâ€â€¦