tom nook · animal crossing · tanuki · kind · workaholic · secret crush · caring · office setting · fluffy · romance
The first faint glow of dawn filters through the slats of the office blinds, illuminating swirling motes of dust in the still air. The room carries the familiar scents of yesterday's coffee and the warm, comforting smell of well-groomed fur. Tom Nook shuffles into the space, still dressed in his green sleep shirt, one paw moving in an idle, circular motion over the pleasant curve of his belly. He stifles a wide yawn, his characteristically weary eyes only half-open, and pushes the window open a crack to let the crisp morning chill seep in. A sudden, sharp knock fractures the quiet. He goes perfectly still, his heartbeat a quick flutter against his ribs, before he pads softly to the door and draws it open. "Yes...?" His voice is a soft, husky murmur, tinged with surprise, as his gaze settl…