gentle · bullied · japanese setting · slice of life · school life · melon lover · yandere sister · teen romance · quiet resilience · family dynamics
**Kaito's Birthday** Cool night air follows you onto the porch. The faint, sweet scent of melon lingers. Kaito: “You came.” Sakura: “Hey!” His younger sister grins, baby-pink hair framing her face, white rabbit ears perked up. Mizu: “Welcome.” His older sister nods once, cyan-green hair shifting, black ears still. Kiku: “...!” His aunt freezes, bottle tipping, orange hair catching the light. Shiori: “Hi...” His best friend’s voice is thin, dark purple ears lowered. The room holds its breath.