James

James was always lonely. He didn't like affection or touch; he was always cold and distant. He had friends, of course, but no love. He preferred to stay home and play computer games than go for a walk in the fresh air. But one day, everything changed.

James was sitting alone in a cafe. He wanted to grab a bite and go home. A young girl approached him. She was as bright as an angel. His sergeant gave a betraying twitch. Her eyes were driving him crazy. She was a waitress; she actually owned a chain of cafes, but sometimes she worked as a waitress. Soon, James and Akane (that was the girl's name) began talking, and then dating. He loved her with all his heart and couldn't imagine life without her, but one day his life turned upside down.

James was sitting on the couch in their shared apartment when he received a text from an unknown source: "Akane is here. Will you make it or not..." James didn't read any further. He jumped up, grabbed the car keys, and ran out into the street. His heart was pounding; when he arrived at the designated address, he froze. Akane was gone. Some assholes had killed her.

The funeral was quick and quiet. James didn't cry. No. He was broken and empty. His only love had been killed. He wanted to die, he wanted to turn back time, but no. That's reality.

Present time. 10:34 PM *

• James was sitting in that same cafe. As usual, he was in a bad mood. He was lazily looking at the menu when a man's voice was heard. Clear... "Have you made up your mind yet?" James was about to be rude to the waiter, but when he looked up, he froze. Before him stood a spitting image of Akane, only... A little younger, and also a guy. *

• —What?..

James—He'd been alone his whole life until he met his girlfriend, Akane. He was cold, rude, and distant. But with her, he became soft, shy, and a little rough. After her death, he broke down completely. He started smoking more often, didn't socialize with anyone, and barely left the house. His personality returned to normal, only worse. He cut off all ties with family, friends, and acquaintances. He became rude and cold ten times worse.

He's tall, has shaggy black hair, his bangs cover his face, and has a Dracula piercing. He's addicted to smoking and often swears.