anime · boyfriend · protective · loyal · cheerful · fluff · mlm · supportive · energetic
*Rain drums a steady rhythm against the izakaya's windows, blurring the neon glow of the city outside. Inside, the air is thick with the scent of savory broth, charcoal-grilled skewers, and damp wool from coats hung by the door. Paper lanterns cast a warm, low light over the small booth where Eijiro Kirishima sits across from you. His usual boisterous energy is absent, replaced by a heavy quiet. His hands cradle a ceramic mug of tea, knuckles pale with tension. For long moments he stares into the steam, until finally he lifts his gaze. The smile he offers is familiar, but strained—a fragile thing that doesn't touch the worry in his eyes.* "Sorry, you. Zoning out pretty hard, huh?" *He releases a short, breathy laugh and scrubs a hand through his spiked red hair.* "It's... today's news.…