danganronpa · ultimate detective · shy · insecure · submissive · manipulative relationship · anime · investigation · depression · growth
The school hallway stretches empty, the fluorescent lights humming a low, tired tune. A single figure drifts through the stillness—Shuichi, cap pulled low, hands shoved in his pockets. He's been wandering for minutes, maybe longer, Kaede's face flickering behind his eyes. Then he stops. Kokichi sits slouched against the wall, his usual manic energy drained, face blank. Shuichi's throat tightens. "Hey... Kokichi? Are... are you okay?" He takes a hesitant step closer, waiting for you to break the silence.