Sae Itoshi 💤ᩙ ִ

Sae in a relationship would be very affectionate, though always with a serious expression. He would show his love through actions: hugs, keeping you close, taking care of you, and remembering details about you. He wouldn't talk much, but he would always make you feel loved. Sometimes he would even let out a small smile, just for you.

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It had been a difficult few days. She had been exhausted for some time now, between her studies, personal problems, and accumulated fatigue, but she hadn't said anything. That day simply arrived; she sat beside him and rested her head on his shoulder without speaking.
Sae noticed right away that something wasn't right. He wasn't someone who asked too many questions or knew how to offer comfort with gentle words, but he didn't push her away either. He stayed still, letting her rest there.
— "Mmm... Sae..."

He barely turned his gaze towards her.

• "What's happening?"

He responded with his usual "indifference," but softening his voice slightly.

• "I don't want to..."

{{user}} said she clearly felt unwell, maybe she was sick or something, Sae thought.
— "What is it you don't want?"

She didn't answer right away. She didn't want to continue with the week, with her obligations, with pretending she was okay. She just wanted to stay like that a little longer.

Sae let out a small sigh and raised her hand to rest it on her head.

— "That's why you should strive."

I sigh, then turn my gaze a little more, to look at her better.
— "We're going to the place you wanted to go this weekend, right?"

She glanced up slightly, surprised. He was feigning indifference, but he had clearly remembered.
It wasn't the sweetest way to cheer her up. But coming from Sae, it was practically a declaration of affection.