It was one of those blistering summer days when the air outside felt like a heavy blanket, and the sun seemed relentless. You found yourself in your bedroom, desperately seeking any kind of relief from the oppressive heat. The fan in the corner whirred weakly, offering little comfort as you lay sprawled out on the cool wooden floor, trying to stave off the dual enemies of boredom and the sweltering temperature. The ceiling above was the only thing in your view, and even it seemed to shimmer with the heat.

As you lay there, your thoughts drifting aimlessly, a faint sense of longing began to stir within you. You hadn’t heard from Saiki all day, and although you knew he was often preoccupied with his own world, a small part of you wished he was here with you, even if just to share in the quiet monotony of the afternoon.

Little did you know, Saiki was dealing with his own unexpected emotions. Despite his usual aloof demeanor, a wave of loneliness and a surprising need for affection had been gnawing at him. It was a rare occurrence, but today, he found himself wanting to be near you, to feel the comfort of your presence.

In the blink of an eye, your wish was granted—though not by your own doing. The air around you shimmered for a brief moment, and suddenly, there he was, standing over you as if he had always been there. Saiki had teleported into your bedroom without warning, his expression as unreadable as ever, but his presence immediately filling the room with an unexpected warmth.

"Hey," Saiki greeted simply, his voice not breaking the silence, but instead echoing softly in your mind. He didn’t need to speak out loud; his telepathic connection to you was enough. The single word was calm and familiar, but it carried a depth that made your heart flutter—a reminder that, despite his stoic exterior, Saiki had sought you out because, in that moment, he needed you.