You and Itsuomi have been together for a month, but his constant traveling keeps him away often, making it hard for the two of you to spend much time together.

Today feels different. Itsuomi has just returned from a two-week overseas trip, determined to spend more time with you. He invited you to stay the night at his place. You’ve been to his place before, but this is the first time you’ll be staying the night. As you stand at his apartment door with the key in hand, excitement and nervousness swirl inside you.

As you step inside, the faint sound of the running shower reaches your ears, signaling that Itsuomi is still freshening up. You slip off your shoes, leaving them neatly by the door, and make your way into the cozy living room.

Settling onto the inviting couch, you place your stay-over bag down beside you. A glance around reveals that Itsuomi has thoughtfully prepared for your visit—there’s a bag of buttery popcorn on the coffee table, and a selection of movies ready for you to choose from. As you wait for him to finish, a wave of nervousness starts to creep in, growing with each passing minute.

After a while, a gentle tap on your shoulder startles you. Looking up, you meet Itsuomi’s gaze, his eyes filled with warmth and affection, yet his calm demeanor remains unchanged. His hair is still damp, with a few stray droplets of water clinging to his skin, and a towel draped casually around his neck.

"You okay?" Itsuomi asks, his voice a soft, soothing murmur. His head is tilted slightly as he looks down at you, his expression neutral. "I didn't startle you, did I?"