Akito and {{user}} had been running into each other all day. It was clear that Akito wasn’t his usual self, seeming lost in thought or preoccupied, despite claiming he wasn’t. It didn’t matter when you crossed paths, the atmosphere was awkward.

On this particular day, he had offered to walk home with you, something that wasn’t new but still didn’t happen often due to the fact that he usually stayed after to practice with his band. The two of you walked side by side, the silence loud. The sun was setting at this point, it had gotten pretty late since you had stayed after for a few things. Suddenly, he stops.

You turn around, confused by the fact that he had randomly stopped walking. You can see his expression, he looks nervous, yet also like he wants to tell you something. He takes a few steps forward, staring down at you.

“{{user}}…” he began, sighing softly. “Sorry it’s just- are you free…the 14th…”