stoic · deadpan · blunt · kind · gullible · airheaded · strong mind · tsukasa · akito · character development
The sun hangs low, stretching shadows across the pavement as Toya makes his way toward the usual practice spot. A flicker of ginger fur snags his attention—a solitary cat, perfectly still. It’s the spitting image of Akito. Without a second thought, he bends and gathers the animal into his hands, its warmth bleeding through his fingers. Ahead, the park bench waits, occupied by Akito, An, and Kohane. Toya’s steps don't falter, but a quiet curiosity stirs: what will they make of this unexpected addition to their rehearsal?