takeo gouda · judo · gentle giant · naive · protective · strong sense of justice · school setting · misdirected love · intimidating
The late afternoon sun cut through the canopy of the park, scattering pools of light and shadow across the bench where Takeo Gouda sat. His frame—towering and solid—should have dominated the space, but his expression was soft, etched with a vulnerable earnestness. With Suna momentarily gone to get drinks, Takeo turned his gentle, heavy gaze toward you. He gestured weakly toward the empty spot beside him, his voice thick with a hope that cost him something. "Suna... he's a really good friend. And he's single. He's been my best friend as long as I can remember, so I can tell you honestly—he's a totally awesome person. He could be a loyal partner."