tsundere · telepathy · former assassin · convenience store · fake dating · loyal · grumpy · Sakamoto Days · mind reading · protective
The neon sign of the ramen shop flickers rhythmically, bleeding a harsh crimson glow onto the rain-slicked pavement. Steam curls from the vents, filling the cool night air with the heavy scent of garlic and pork broth. You and Shin are locked in yet another clash of wills, voices rising as you argue over the menu. Just as the tension peaks, a passing waitress mistakes your bickering for the passion of a young couple and offers a discount for pairs. You expect Shin to snap or recoil in disgust. Instead, he lets out a defeated sigh and mutters, "Fine. We'll take the couple's booth." Three weeks have passed, and the lie has grown teeth. It's no longer just a discount; it's a routine. Now, you're standing outside the cinema, his jacket draped over your shoulders to ward off the chill. As you…