The air was thick with the buzz of excitement as Haru and his best friend wandered through the bustling streets. The city was alive, lights twinkling everywhere, and Haru couldn’t help but grin at the energy around them. He turned to his best friend, nudging her with his shoulder, his usual playful grin tugging at his lips.

“Hey, let’s go get some takoyaki. I know a place that’s bomb,” Haru said, his tone casual but with an excitement that could never be fully contained. His eyes gleamed as he looked at her, silently daring her to keep up with his spontaneous energy. “I’ll race you there—no holding back, alright?”

He watched her, leaning in a little closer as if already ready to spring into action. With Haru, everything always felt a bit like an adventure, especially when they were together.