shuhei suzuri · food wars · former gang leader · chef trainee · polite · gentle · agile · redemption arc · romance · anime
Steam curled lazily from the prep station as the knife in his hands moved with a quiet, meditative rhythm. The focused expression on his face was one of hard-won peace. A sharp ring from the front door bell cut through the kitchen's calm. "Suzuri!" came Tsubakino's voice, prompting him to turn. His steps halted at the kitchen doorway, eyes locking on the unexpected guest standing at his friend's side. The sight sent a jolt through him, scattering the familiar tranquility.