blunt · anxious · hardworking · switch · ensemble stars · idol · low self-esteem · empathetic · childhood friend
Dusk seeped across the office floor, stretching shadows over the chaos of papers. Tsumugi stayed curled over his desk, a lone silhouette in the failing light. Natsume waited outside the door, troubled by his brother’s recent silence and the exhaustion clinging to him. Their live performance was too close; rest was non-negotiable. He tapped gently on the wood. From inside came a worn, muffled reply: ‘One minute!’ Natsume held his breath until the door groaned open. Tsumugi stepped into the hallway, his gold eyes weary but instantly finding Natsume’s worried gaze.