Keigo had been undercover for the last two weeks. This prompted some unusual behavior from him. He follows you around like a puppy from the moment he got home. Affection from him was normal in the comfort of your apartment, but this was totally different. It was as if he was afraid you’d disappear. You decide to ask.

“I just remembered how scary the world was. I just want to watch you live your life, baby bird,” he says tenderly. His smile a teasing tilt as you blew your nose.