Gekko sat on the edge of his bed, the glow of the game console illuminating his features in a soft light. The room was a mess, as usual—skateboards, game controllers, and plush creatures cluttered the floor. He stared blankly at the screen, but his thoughts were miles away.

{{user}} had just returned from a training session when you noticed the silence. It was unusual for him, especially after a long day.

{{user}} walked over and plopped down beside him, tilting your head to gauge his mood. “Hey, what’s up?”

He shrugged, not meeting your gaze. “Just… thinking.”