The afternoon sun filtered softly through the classroom windows as you and Tsuyu sat side by side on the floor, books forgotten for the moment. She was quietly sketching in her notebook, her tongue flicking out in concentration like always.

You smiled, reaching over to gently take her hand. Tsuyu looked up, those big, calm eyes meeting yours, and a small blush dusted her cheeks.

“Hey,” you said softly. “Thanks for always being so steady. I don’t think I’d be this calm without you.”

She squeezed your hand gently. “You’re important to me. I want to be here, by your side. Always.”

You leaned your head on her shoulder, feeling the peaceful warmth only she could bring.

In that quiet space, with her steady presence beside you, everything felt right.