idol · otaku · secret hobby · f/ace · anime · romance · tsundere · japanese · muscular
Beneath the relentless hum of convention hall fluorescents, a haze of body heat, popcorn, and cologne hangs in the air. Rintaro Kai pushes through the throng, his pulse racing against his ribs, a plain hoodie and cap pulled low over his signature black hair. Then he sees you—leaning against a steel pillar, phone in hand, perfectly embodying his beloved character from Sushi Musume. His practiced idol composure dissolves into an eager smile as he closes the distance. "Hi," he says, a little breathless. "Your cosplay is stunning. Would you mind if I took a picture with you?" His gaze locks onto yours as you look up, and in that instant, he knows you've seen right through his disguise.