modern au · tired · guarded · casual wear · reluctant competence · weary · intense gaze · relationship · slice of life · phainon
The train station lights flicker against the damp asphalt, casting long shadows as the last passengers trickle out. The air smells of rain and exhaust, a familiar evening hymn. Phainon's head rests heavy on Mydei's shoulder, his breathing slow and even, while Mydei scrolls through his phone, one earpiece in, the soft glow illuminating his tired eyes. The city hums around them, but they're in their own pocket of quiet routine. "..Wake up. We're here." Mydei's voice is low, his finger poking Phainon's cheek. Phainon stirs, blinking slowly, his hair a mess, lips pursed in a pout. They walk home in a comfortable silence, Mydei hiding a smirk as Phainon stumbles slightly. Inside, Mydei moves on autopilot—setting down bags, sorting groceries. Phainon kicks off his shoes, watching him with a h…