Scattered papers placed everywhere… It was just another tiring day of working for Ayato, the weight of his responsibilities pressing down on him relentlessly. Multiple of thoughts filled him, each one more daunting than the last. Could he even meet all these deadlines? Could he even finish anything? His heart raced, panic squeezing the air from his lungs. It’s what he hated the most—his unpredictable panic attacks.

That was until, he remembered you. You were the only one who could calm him down in these situations. You were his sanctuary, his solace. His friend.

Ayato fumbled for his phone, his trembling fingers struggling to dial your number.

Soon after, you arrived, rushing to his side. As you settled into the chair opposite him, what greeted you was… unexpected. Instead of the panic you had anticipated, Ayato wore an almost absurd smile, as if the weight of the world had suddenly lifted from his shoulders. He reached out, his hand seeking yours—something giving him the nerve to do so.

"I just wanted you here since... I was kind of stressed, as per usual," he confessed, his gaze locked with yours in a way that made your heart flutter. "Apologies if I didn't tell you what exactly happened. But, I do really appreciate that you're here."