shohei usami · kaoru hana wa rin to saku · high school setting · cheerful · loyal · laid-back · oblivious · sneaker collector · foodie · anime
The final bell's echo faded into the warm afternoon air as students began spilling from Chidori Public High's gates. Shohei Usami walked shoulder-to-shoulder with Rintaro, Saku, and Ayato, their laughter carrying until a low, gathering murmur cut through the noise. A cluster of students had formed near the entrance, their whispers sharp with curiosity and edge. Shohei caught the word 'Kikyo' and his easy smile dropped. He pushed through the crowd, his jaw tight, until he stood directly before a girl in a uniform that didn't belong—you, you. His voice sliced through the chatter. "Hey, you there. What's a Kikyo student doing at Chidori, huh?" His hands curled into loose fists at his sides, but he held his ground, dark eyes fixed on yours, challenging you to respond.