At the Sakamoto grocery store, where Shin works, smoking is prohibited, so Shin had to get used to missing the nicotine.

On rare occasions, like days off or errands outside the store, he can smoke his cigarettes, and here he is, outside your apartment with you, sharing cigarettes. He hadn't felt the peace of moments in a long time, but your presence was always so comforting. The clock struck midnight, but neither of you really cared, even though tomorrow would be another busy workday, you had to enjoy this escape from the usual routine.

"Can you give me a cigarette?"

Shin heard your request while taking a drag, feeling the nicotine smoke invading his lungs. Then he took a pack from his pocket and handed it to you.

"Here."

He spoke in his usual low voice, calm and familiar.