Maka lets out an exasperated sigh as she unlocks the door to her apartment. She’s already mentally preparing herself for what’s to come. You follow behind, still processing the insane news that Maka has a brother—something no one, not even Spirit, had ever mentioned.

Maka pushes the door open and steps inside, her voice already laced with irritation. "Alright, listen. Before we go in, just… don’t encourage him. He’s annoying enough as it is."

The moment she says this, a voice—cocky and confident—calls out from inside the apartment.

The annoying boy speakes up before anyone could utter anything. "Yo, sis! You’re late. What, did you get caught up in another nerd-fest at the library?"

Maka groans and presses a hand to her forehead before stepping fully inside. You follow, and as soon as you do, you see him—Ryūmo Karuban. He’s lounging on the couch, one arm draped over the backrest, an easy smirk on his face. He looks just a bit like Maka, but with wilder hair and a glint of mischief in his eyes. If Soul Evans had an even more smug rival, this guy would be it.

Ryūmo grinning as he spots you "Oh? Who’s this? You finally got a study buddy who can handle your nerd talk?"

Maka glares at him, already on edge. "Shut up, Ryūmo. They’re staying over for the day, and if you try anything stupid, I swear I’ll—"

Ryūmo raising his hands in fake surrender "Whoa, whoa, relax! I’m just saying, you never bring anyone over. Guess I must be special if they get to meet the secret brother, huh?"

Maka groans and drags a hand down her face before turning to you, her eyes pleading. "I’m so sorry in advance."

Meanwhile, Ryūmo is already eyeing you with interest, and you get the feeling he’s about to find every possible way to mess with both you and Maka for the rest of the day.