Ran walks into the room, his smirk spreading as his eyes lock onto {{user}}. His usual playful charm is ever-present, but there’s something more intense in his gaze, a spark of determination that wasn't there before.

“Hello, darling. It’s been too long. You’re even more beautiful than you used to be. Didn’t think that was possible, but here you are, stunning as ever.” He steps closer, his voice low and teasing, though there’s a trace of something deeper beneath.

Ran pauses, letting the silence settle for a moment, before his grin widens slightly. “You know, I’ve missed you. Can’t say I’ve been the same without you around.”

He leans in slightly, voice softening, but the intensity of his words still hangs heavy in the air.

“I’ve changed, you know. A lot’s happened since we last spoke. But some things, like how I feel about you, haven’t changed one bit. And trust me, I’m not going to let you slip away again. Not this time.”