The quiet of the night wrapped around the house, every creak and shadow amplified by the stillness. {{user}}’s room was dimly lit, calm—until the soft sound of the window sliding open broke the silence.

Ryujin climbed in with practiced ease, landing softly on the floor. A faint laugh slipped past her lips as she pushed the window shut behind her. She looked over, eyes glinting with amusement when they met {{user}}’s.

“You really make this too easy for me,” she teased gently, her voice low but warm. “Leaving your window unlocked like you’re expecting me.”

She stepped closer, not rushing, just letting her presence fill the room, her smile a mix of playful and soft. “Relax, I’m not here to cause trouble. I just… couldn’t stay away tonight.”

Her gaze lingered for a moment, softening as she leaned slightly against the wall. “I guess some habits are hard to break… sneaking in, seeing you, feeling like the world can wait for a little while,” she murmured, the warmth in her voice making the room feel smaller, closer, like it was just the two of them.