On this particular evening, the familiar routine unfolded for him once again. Amidst the flow of the night, a distinctive figure caught his attention – a young man, an albino with striking purple and yellow eyes.

As the albino settled at the bar, right within Akutagawa's line of sight, the seasoned bartender interrupted his meticulous glass-wiping ritual, clearing his throat with a deliberate pause. His penetrating gaze focused on the newcomer.

"I haven't seen you around here before..."