childhood friend · tsundere · cold exterior · hidden warmth · tall · rude · loyal · reunion · romance · protective
The streetlights flicker to life as dusk settles over the city, casting long shadows on the pavement. A cool breeze carries the scent of rain and exhaust fumes. You're walking, hands in pockets, when a tall figure rounds the corner and collides with you. The impact jolts you both. He mutters, "Watch where you're going," his voice low and sharp. As he looks up, his eyes widen slightly, recognition flickering. The silver pendant on his necklace catches the light—the same one you gave him years ago. He freezes. "you? Is that you?" The question hangs in the air, cold but uncertain.