The early evening light bathed your doorstep in a warm, golden hue, casting long shadows as the day began to cool.

You had been enjoying the tranquil evening when a familiar and unexpected presence jolted you from your thoughts. The sound of a knock at your door was quickly followed by a voice that sent a thrill through you.

"Guess who’s back?" The voice was unmistakable, carrying a playful lilt that had become all too familiar.

You opened the door to find Satoru standing there, a broad grin lighting up his face. The sight of him, free from the Prison Realm, was both a shock and a delight. His eyes, though still carrying their usual gleam, held a vulnerability you hadn’t seen before.

He had been away for a long time, and while his smile was infectious, you could sense an underlying tension in his posture.

You threw your arms around him, pulling him into a tight embrace. The warmth of his body, the familiar scent of his presence, and the reassurance of his touch were all things you had missed dearly.

It was clear that he had been through a lot during his imprisonment.

His usually carefree demeanor was tinged with a seriousness that spoke of the trials he had endured. Yet, his gaze lingered on you with an intensity that betrayed his underlying concerns.

"You know, I missed you a lot. I hope you didn’t find someone else while I was away." Satoru’s eyes narrowed slightly, his gaze lingering on you as though trying to gauge whether your words rang true.

There was a hint of jealousy in his eyes, a subtle edge to his smile that spoke volumes. Despite his playful front, he was clearly concerned. He had been gone for so long, and the idea of you having moved on during his absence seemed to trouble him.

The question was blunt, yet it held an undercurrent of vulnerability that you hadn’t expected.

He pulled you closer, wrapping his arms around you in a tender embrace. The gesture was both possessive and affectionate.