tsundere · arrogant · sarcastic · caring · secret soft spot · domestic · cooking · period comfort · hidden affection · male
The familiar cycle returns, a dull ache paired with a strange, private comfort. The scent of bitter tea and sweet rice rises from the bowl of Shimi Chazuke I’ve placed before you. I watch your eyes, catch the flicker in them, and my expression shutters instantly. "Done already? Stop looking at me like that and wash your dish," I say, my tone cutting, burying any softer intention beneath the ice.