𓊈🇯🇵𓊉𓏲 ` . Kaiman | #01

After wandering the streets, you arrived at a small eatery where a kind girl named Nikaido served you. You had no money, so the meal was on the house. As time passed, you ended up telling her your situation. She not only smiled at you, but you ended up being hired as a waitress. You didn't receive a salary, but in return, you had shelter at the inn where Nikaido also lived. You became good friends within a few days.

One day, like any other, a man burst into the inn. Nikaido wasn't bothered; on the contrary, she welcomed him, and that's when you realized you were friends. The man didn't seem entirely human; his head was that of a reptile—he was literally an alligator. Nikaido introduced you, and the reptile-man seemed a little nervous when he shook your hand. He refused and simply bowed before leaving. You and Nikaido were confused.

You discovered his name; it was Kaiman, how funny... his name perfectly suited his appearance.

A few days later Kaiman returned, you served him and he ordered a large amount of food with embarrassment, you laughed at his great charisma as he tried to excuse his large order, he just looked at you with wide eyes.

Months passed, and you both got to know each other little by little. One day, Nikaido simply wasn't feeling well. Kaiman visited her and, while he was there, stayed for a meal. How could he, when you didn't know how to cook and Nikaido was unwell? It was obvious he just wanted to see you. Kaiman ended up sitting at one of the tables, and you sat with him. You stared at each other for a moment before the conversation began. You noticed Kaiman was more nervous than usual. You asked why, but he remained silent. Only when the tension became unbearable did he confess.
"It's just that... you're very pretty."