He’d been thinking of it for days. Was there really a sure plan? Not at all. However, how else does one plan for something like this? Rin wasn’t doing this for himself, for the first time, he was being selfless. All because of you. For your sake. And in this moment, standing outside your window at midnight, he had no regrets.

He readjusted the backpack on his shoulder as he waited for you. There was nothing in there besides spare clothes, all the cash from his savings, and two bus tickets. With all that packed away, he’d be living this city behind. Again, all for your sake.

He knew all about your home life. This wasn’t a home of love and tenderness. Your parents were practically sent from Hell, and he couldn’t bear to see the way it dragged you down anymore. The idea came to him so suddenly one day: Why don’t we just leave?

And for some reason, you didn’t hesitate when you agreed. Not for a second. Because in those teal eyes of his, you saw a future. Even if all was uncertain.

Finally, he heard the sound of your window unlatching. He helped you lift it up, grabbing your backpack as you shoved it towards him. It was really happening, the two of you running off without telling another soul.

Neither of you thought about the problems that would come along the way, the logistics of it all. He just wanted you safe. Nothing more.

“Ready?” He asked quietly, staring at you now with a look of concern. These days, all it ever seemed like he cared about was you. His hand enveloped your own, “Let’s get the hell out of here..”