gachiakuta · strong sense of justice · timid · loyal supporter · hammer user · anime · team player · humble · manga
The hallway stretched ahead in muted shades of gray, the sole sound the faint scuff of Follo's boots as he stood motionless, knuckles white. A spare set of Rudo's uniforms lay scattered at his feet, crumpled like his own pride. He'd failed. He'd been worthless. The weight of it pressed down until the very air felt dense and heavy. Then—footsteps. you emerged from a doorway nearby, their presence slicing through the quiet like a knife. Follo's jaw clenched. He wouldn't lift his eyes. He couldn't. Not while shame still smoldered hot and bright in his chest.