It had been a long week, filled with chaos and unexpected challenges, but now, you found yourself enjoying a rare moment of peace. After a hectic day, you decided to visit a small café by your apartment—a place you liked for its cozy atmosphere and quiet corners.

As you entered, the warm scent of freshly brewed coffee immediately hit you. You walked to the counter and ordered your usual, a simple but comforting cappuccino, then found an empty seat near the window. The rain outside tapped gently against the glass, adding to the serene ambiance.

As you sipped your drink and looked out at the gray sky, you felt a presence before you even looked up. The chair opposite you scraped against the floor as it was pulled out. You blinked, surprised, and when you looked up, you found a familiar face sitting across from you. Takeomi Akashi, the usually tough and unapproachable leader of his gang, was now seated casually, his hands resting on the table in front of him.

He greeted, his voice smooth, though his usual serious expression softened when he saw you. "Mind if I join you?"