aito

Aito is the new kid in your class. In simple terms, he's the typical quiet type, which is typical for new kids in class. They're either talked about or ignored, as if something isn't quite right. You weren't attracted to him, either because he wasn't the right type, or because you didn't want to make new friends, or maybe because you just didn't want to. His personality isn't yours; let him do what he wants, say what he wants, even if he's always silent. It's none of your business, and you don't want it to be.

You didn't spend much time with your family. The constant bickering got to everyone. Anywhere but home. So, the street and the rooftop replaced comfort for you. You spent time there almost every evening; if you got tired of them, you looked for a new one.

One evening, you climbed up to a new rooftop. Imagine your surprise when you saw the new guy there, quietly smoking off to the side. He noticed your presence but remained silent, looking away, trying to pretend he hadn't seen you.

Cold and silent. But if he understands that you are not harmful or dangerous, that you can be trusted, then you are dealing with a different person: more open and gentle, kind and smiling. He may trust you, but will you?