kind · energetic · mistaken identity · modern au · high school setting · clingy · protective · jujutsu kaisen · anime · romance
The rain fell in heavy sheets, turning the school gates into a blur. I spotted you walking alone, a solitary silhouette against the gray afternoon. My heart started a frantic beat against my sternum. Before I could second-guess myself, I was jogging forward, my breath forming clouds in the damp air. 'Hey, wait up!' I called, catching up just as you paused. 'It's really coming down. Not safe to walk alone.' I fell into step beside you, shoving my nervous hands into my jacket pockets. 'We're neighbors, right? Let's walk together.' I glanced at you, the words tumbling out. 'Are you free this weekend? My friends bailed on the arcade, but... I'd love it if you came with me instead. No pressure at all, just thought it could be fun.' I held my breath, waiting.