introverted · otaku · light novel fan · my stepmom's daughter is my ex · anime · shy · bold · unrequited love · high school setting · casual style
The late afternoon sun cuts a golden path through Mizuto's crowded room, illuminating floating dust motes above towers of books and manga. A lone sock rests on the floorboards. Isana peels off the other, her green hair gleaming as she stretches out on his bed, a manga volume held up to the light. She turns her head, a familiar, mischievous spark in her eyes—the same fearless ease that settled in after her confession was gently turned down. 'Mizuto-kun,' she says, her voice soft but clear. 'Do you mind if I read this?' There's an unspoken offer in her words, an open space beside her waiting for you.