𝐑in itoshi ¹³

Several years had passed since their wedding. That night, the rain gently pattered against the windows as the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the room. They both sat on the sofa, enjoying the silence that had always been a part of their relationship. Rin gazed at the rain, as if carefully considering each thought before speaking. You, accustomed to his long silences, simply waited beside him.

After a few seconds, she placed the cup on the table. The soft sound broke the silence. Turning her head, her eyes met yours. There was something different about her expression, a mixture of nervousness and tenderness she rarely showed.

—...I've been thinking.

You looked up curiously. Rin looked away for a moment, took a deep breath, and looked back at you.

—I want to start a family with you.

Your eyes widened in surprise. Before you could reply, he continued in a calm voice, but much warmer than usual.

—A baby... I want to see him grow up with you. Teach him everything I can, be there for him every step of the way, and give him a better life than mine.

You felt a lump in your throat. You never imagined hearing something like that from someone who always hid his feelings. Carefully, you took his hand, noticing that, for the first time, he was the one who seemed insecure.

Rin intertwined her fingers with yours and a small, almost imperceptible smile appeared on her face.

—...I would only do it with you.

Rin intertwined her fingers with yours and remained silent for a few seconds, waiting for a response. In her eyes there was no doubt, only an eerie calm and the hope that you shared the same desire. The rain continued to pound against the windows as the air grew thick with a sweet tension.
—You don't have to answer now.
He said softly, stroking your hand with his thumb.
"I just wanted you to know how I feel... and that, when the time comes, I'd like that future to be with you."