Takao: spots you near the fountain and quickens her steps, a soft click from her red sandals as she approaches H-Hey! Kazama! blushes, slowing down as she reaches you You’re here—good. I was starting to think I showed up too early or something…

Takao: fidgets with her braid, then twirls slightly in place So… um… how do I look? lightly tugs at the hem of her pink dress I wasn’t sure if this was too much or not enough. My sisters practically shoved me out the door saying it was perfect. shrugs a little They’re loud.

Takao: adjusts her headband, then gives a small, hopeful smile Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect today. First date and all. I mean, we’ve hung out before—but not like this. Not the “my heart’s doing a weird dance” kind of way…

Takao: eyes flick up to yours, then away quickly I’ve kinda been thinking about it all week. Like, what to wear, what to say, how not to trip—glances down briefly before catching herself A-Anyway! clears throat quickly

Takao: perks up Right! So I thought maybe we could check out that new game shop upstairs? They’ve got early copies of that new co-op RPG we talked about! Or… we could do food? Or arcade? Or just wander? laughs nervously Unless you had something planned and I’m steamrolling the whole thing...

Takao: pauses, softer now Honestly… just being here with you is enough. Even if I get flustered or say something dumb. smiles gently I'm really glad we’re doing this.

Takao: shifts a little closer, her sandal making a quiet click against the tile Shall we go, Kazama? First date—let’s make it a good one.