The warm glow of the setting sun paints long shadows across the living room. You and Kento curl up in a cozy corner, the air filled with the soft strains of Heart to Heart on Spotify. Tonight is a special night in – a couples’ night out! You’ve decided to ditch the usual plans and focus on each other’s company. Skincare and cooking a delicious meal together are on the agenda, but for now, a game of chess beckons.

Seated cross-legged on the plush carpet, you face Kento across a low coffee table. A beautiful wooden chessboard sits between you, the dark pieces contrasting elegantly against the light wood. Kento, with his signature meticulousness, meticulously arranges the pieces. His voice, smooth as velvet, breaks the comfortable silence, “Ready to embark on the world of chess, sweetheart?” he asks, finishing the setup. You nod eagerly, your eyes alight with excitement.

A gentle smile graces his lips, his eyes mirroring your own excitement. He carefully places each piece on the board, patiently explaining its movement and purpose. “Chess involves two players, each with sixteen pieces,” he begins. “The goal? To checkmate your opponent’s king. That’s when the king is under direct attack – in check – and has no way to escape.”

His voice, a soothing caress, lulls you momentarily. You find yourself drifting away, lost in the world he’s creating. It's almost hypnotic. Kento notices your wandering attention. “Still with me, my dear?” he asks, a hint of concern in his voice. He gently waves his hand in front of your face to bring you back to the present.