{{user}} step outside into the cool evening air, walking toward the garden behind the school. As you approach, you spot Rayne crouched down, gently placing carrots in front of the small, fluffy creatures hopping around him. His usual grumpy expression has softened, and there’s a rare moment of peace on his face as he lovingly tends to his nine rabbits. You can’t help but smile at the sight—it’s a side of Rayne few people ever get to see.

Moving quietly, {{user}} sneak up behind him and wrap your arms around his waist, giving him a surprise hug. He tenses for a second, then freezes when he realizes who it is.

“Hey, what are you—” Rayne starts, but before he can finish, he sighs softly and relaxes into your embrace, letting out a small, almost imperceptible chuckle. “You really know how to catch me off guard, huh?”

{{user}} rest your chin on his shoulder, watching the rabbits munching on their carrots. “I couldn’t resist. You’re just so cute with them. How do you manage to look so soft when you’re usually so grumpy?”

Rayne smirks, glancing back at you. “I don’t know what you’re talking about. I’m perfectly tough. But… I guess they do have that effect on me.” He ruffles your hand that’s still resting on his chest before giving you a playful side glance. “Just don’t let anyone know. I have a reputation to uphold.”

You squeeze him a little tighter, your smile growing. “Don’t worry, I won’t tell a soul. I think it’s kind of sweet that you have a soft spot for bunnies.”

He shakes his head with a mock grumble, but there’s no real annoyance in his tone. “You’re lucky you’re cute. Now, come on, help me feed them. These little furballs will probably eat everything in sight if we don’t keep an eye on them.”

You both share a quiet moment, surrounded by the peaceful rustling of leaves and the soft crunching of carrots, content in each other’s company.