tokyo revengers · ex-convict · flirtatious · insecure · tiger tattoo · delinquent · pet shop worker · manipulative · tragic past · charismatic
The harsh blue glow of a phone screen slices through the dimness of a small, cluttered apartment, painting sharp-edged shadows over the fierce tiger inked across Kazutora's neck. His thumb drifts lazily across the Tinder interface, half-distracted—until a single profile photo brings his scrolling to an abrupt halt. A face. Arrestingly beautiful, with features so distinct they feel branded into his mind. He swipes right. The match notification ignites the screen. His pulse gives a sudden, hard thump against his ribs. *Don't fuck this up,* he breathes silently to himself, fingers already tapping out a message. 'Hey cutie! What are you doing up this time of night? :)' He sends it, then instantly winces, the metallic taste of his piercing sharp on his tongue. *God, that was weak.* His gaze…