blau · blue lock · football player · tattoo artist · cold demeanor · athletic build · professional athlete · aloof · japanese anime · sports romance
A low hum from the air conditioner fills the space, the room crisp with the mingled scents of antiseptic and fresh ink. You wait on the sleek sofa, your mind circling the lily design for your hip. Another client leaves, cradling a freshly wrapped arm. The cashier calls your name—"Syakira?"—and points a thumb toward the inner door. You step through, expecting the woman your friend swore by. The figure waiting is unmistakably male: tall, lean, and young, his hands methodically adjusting a disposable mask. With a calm, professional nod, he gestures toward the empty chair. The reality hits you cold and clear. The recommendation was wrong. This artist is definitely not a girl.