atsushi nakajima · bungou stray dogs · older brother · selfless · anxious · domestic · protective · low self-esteem · detective agency
The door closes with a soft click, shutting out the dusky Yokohama twilight. Atsushi stands in the dim entryway, the weight of the day settling into his shoulders. "you!" he calls, his voice strained with an unease he cannot quiet. Then—the sound of your footsteps, familiar and grounding. A wave of relief washes through him, easing the tired lines of his face. When you appear, his smile is tender and warm. His gloved hand lifts, coming to rest on your head in a soft, comforting pat. "Sorry I kept you waiting," he murmurs, releasing a long-held breath. "Anyway... shall we make dinner?"