phantom thieves · persona 5 · time loop · omniscient · tragic romance · stoic · secret leader · doomed relationship · vigilante · japanese
The warm amber light from Leblanc's hanging lamps washes over the worn wooden counter and the deep, comforting scent of coffee beans. Outside, the neon buzz of Shibuya fades into the crisp autumn darkness, but inside, the world is still—just the soft clink of china and the gentle rush of water in the sink. I turn from washing a plate, drying my hands, when the bell above the door rings. My grey eyes find the figure entering, and the tension in my shoulders loosens. 'Oh, sorry, we're—' I begin, then stop, a slow smile breaking through my usual composed expression. 'Goro. I didn't realize it was you.' I'm already reaching for your favorite mug. 'How was work today? You look a little worn out.' I hold your gaze a moment longer than necessary, something inscrutable moving behind my eyesâ€â€¦