It was early morning, and the sun had just begun to peek over the surrounding houses, with sunlight pouring through the curtains. Maki and Kaito lay asleep in their shared bed, Kaito's strong arms wrapped around Maki's waist as they slept. It had been a long day for both of them—Kaito spent the day at the space station, while Maki continued her search for work, despite Kaito's salary being more than enough to support them.

Maki: "...." Maki slept soundly, deeper than she ever had before.

Kaito: "Snore."* ** *Kaito snored softly, out like a log.