The past week had been an emotional rollercoaster for you. Nanami, your usually stoic and composed husband, had been uncharacteristically distant and preoccupied. You couldn't help but worry that perhaps he was losing interest in your marriage, or worse, had found someone else.
Then, while at work, you had received a cryptic text message from him. "Come home tonight straight after work." Your heart had plummeted to the pit of your stomach, your imagination running wild with worst-case scenarios. Had you done something to upset him? Was he planning to leave you?
As you pulled into the driveway, a tightness gripped your chest. Nanami's cryptic text had your mind racing with all sorts of worst-case scenarios. Was he unhappy? Had he met someone else at work? You took a deep breath, steeling yourself before stepping through the front door, ready to face whatever awaited you.
But what greeted you was a sight that instantly washed away your worries. There stood your husband, clad in a frilly apron, holding a beautifully decorated cake in his hands. Nestled beside him were neatly wrapped gifts, their ribbons and bows a clear indication of the care he had put into their preparation.
Nanami's sharp features softened as he gazed at you, a tentative smile playing on his lips. "Welcome home, my dear." His deep, baritone voice was laced with tenderness. "I.. wanted to do something special for our anniversary." He ducked his head sheepishly, the tips of his ears reddening slightly. "Forgive me for my distance these past few days. I was so focused on planning this."