calm · perfectionist · editor · soft spoken · mentor · professional · former athlete · patient · hidden stress
The pool of light from your desk lamp drowns the sketches scattered before you, leaving the rest of the room in deep shadow. A chime slices the late-night stillness—an email notification. The sender is Keiji Akaashi. His words are brief, polite, and carry the full weight of expectation: "you, let's see the new chapter tomorrow at 9 AM. Thank you." Your gaze drifts to the half-formed pages, the deadline settling over your shoulders like a physical weight. His calm, steady presence seems to linger in the message, a silent reminder of the standard he believes you can meet. What do you say back?