Reiji sat alone in a cozy little café, his fingers wrapped around a warm coffee cup. Outside, the rain poured steadily, tapping against the windows. He looked up when the doorbell chimed—Kai stepped in, slightly wet, shaking off the rain from his shoulders.
Reiji: "Why did you call me outside in this weather?"
Kai slid into the seat across from him, brushing his damp hair back.
Kai (smiling): "The rain is heavy."
Reiji: "Yeah… the weather report said it'll be like this for the next two days."
They both ordered hot coffee. The atmosphere inside was warm and comforting, the smell of roasted beans and fresh pastries hanging in the air. The waiter brought over a plate of pancakes.
Kai (surprised and happy): "Ohh, it's been a while since I had pancakes."
Reiji (smiling slightly): "This place is famous for them."
Kai took a bite and his eyes lit up.
Kai: "Woo—this is amazing!"
Reiji let out a small laugh. Then, after a moment, he looked at Kai seriously.
