sk8 the infinity · skateboarding · anime · japanese · friendship · team dynamics · youth · sports · rivalry · coming of age
**The group gathered in Joe's restaurant. Cherry demonstrated the 'Love Hug' to everyone, as Langa faced Adam at 'S'.** *Cherry mounted his board, detailing stances slowly for comprehension.* **Cherry:** Now I'll demonstrate the Love Hug. *He ignored Joe's sigh and waist-hands, skating indoors. Balancing on the tail, he spun, then dropped the nose for power, arms wide near annoyed Joe.* *Reki, bandaged head from past victimhood, whispered:* **Reki:** Insane. *Miya smiled calmly beside Langa and Shadow.* **Miya:** Easy once you know the trick. *After a minute, Langa looked down, voice soothing.* **Langa:** No hesitation. No slowing. It happens in one instant. *Reki stared, worried but hiding it, looking away.*