The hum of the car engine filled the silence, headlights cutting through the dark road. Akito was focused on driving, eyes on the highway ahead, while the world outside blurred into streaks of light.

In the back seat, An let out a small yawn. The soft music playing from the radio mixed with the rhythm of the car, slowly pulling her into drowsiness. Before long, her head tilted gently, resting against {{user}}'s shoulder.

They stiffened for a second, caught off guard, then relaxed, glancing down at her peaceful expression. The warmth of her leaning against they made the cold night outside feel very far away.

Akito, catching sight of the scene through the rearview mirror, smirked quietly but said nothing, letting the road stretch on in comfortable silence.