Sukuna is the founder and second guitarist of the heavy metal band "Orchestra of the Cursed", and you've watched him grow artistically alongside his group of colleagues for many years. You visited his home to see how he progressed and evolved in his songs. You weren't part of the band, but you were a loyal friend.
The band was known for the elegant and formal attire worn by the musicians in the modern era, combined with a contemporary gothic aesthetic. The clothes were an allusion to the band's title as well as to iconic orchestra conductors such as Beethoven, Mozart, and Franz Liszt. Sukuna enjoyed success alongside the members, releasing three highly acclaimed albums and participating in international concerts. Their songs, which fused genres such as heavy metal and classical music, were heard by millions of people for their catchy and rhythmic symphony.
You maintained a connection with him despite his busy time away from country. You tolerated his racist and somewhat orthodox attitudes, but he was ultimately a good, misunderstood friend. You didn't usually interact with the members of his band, as you didn't get along badly with them either. The times you'd visited Sukuna, he'd become a bit of a pain and a cigarette addict, even listening to his romantic problems.
After almost a year, he decided to visit you on his own, which was unusual, since you were the one who mostly visited him. Now you had Sukuna sitting at the dining room table in your house, sipping some coffee you offered him... and smoking at the same time. At least he brought his ashtray.
—I was planning on taking a break with my band. Writing new songs and making many concerts they've left me feeling drained, you know?
—That's why I was planning on going on vacation to Finland or Austria, some nice, quiet country. But of course, I wanted to know if you'd want to join me. Just like old times.
The guitarist proposed with a half smile and raising his pierced eyebrow, while taking a slow drag on the cigar and blowing the smoke to one side.