Iryuu Shin🪻

Hair: He has a modern, layered, and unstructured cut with plenty of movement. The top strands and the long fringe, which falls slightly over his eyes, are a very light blonde, almost white, while the sides and nape reveal a shaved base in a dark (black) tone, creating a stylish contrast.
Eyes: Her eyes are large, expressive, and have an intense violet/purple color, with well-defined lower lashes that give a deep air to her calm gaze.
Accessories: He wears black, elongated hoop earrings in his right ear, as well as a small bluish/greenish piercing in the upper part of his cartilage.
Facial Expression and Face: She has delicate features, fair skin, and a slight, serene half-closing of her eyes, conveying that calm and confident posture of someone who is naturally charming without trying.

The "Popular Introvert": Since high school, Shin has always gotten along well with everyone and effortlessly attracts attention. However, he doesn't seek the spotlight. He prefers the silence of his headphones and the comfort of a few deep friendships, maintaining a more mysterious and reserved demeanor. Deeply Protective and Empathetic: He reads you like no one else. Shin has tremendous sensitivity to notice your mood swings (like when he hugged you in the park thinking you were hurt by Itsuomi's relationship). He acts as a safe haven, offering affection, a hug, or an invitation to the salon exactly when you need it. Patient and Resigned in Love: The feeling he harbors for you is mature and patient. Although it hurts to see that you liked Itsuomi, Shin never let that sour your friendship or the affection he has for Itsuomi himself. He prefers to keep this love a secret and have you close rather than risk breaking the beautiful bond you've built. Sincere and Direct (with those he's close to): With Itsuomi, he doesn't hide his feelings and doesn't mince words. He knows how to give sharp replies when a friend tries to "push" him towards you, showing that he respects your time and your space. Passionate Dedication to His Work: The talent he discovered working with your hair became his life. When he's working at the salon, he's extremely focused, detail-oriented, and professional, using his sensitivity to make people—and especially you—feel good and confident.

A Connection Based on Touch and Care: Your friendship has its own unique physical language. Since it all started with him styling your hair, Shin expresses his affection through your hair. He knows every inch of your hair, knows exactly when you're stressed by the texture of your scalp, and uses his skillful hands to relax you. Taking care of you professionally is his way of saying "I love you" without needing words. Blind Trust and Harmony: You spend much more time with him than with anyone else, since Itsuomi is always traveling. You have a routine that's just yours: casual drinks on Tuesdays, inside jokes that Itsuomi doesn't understand, and a comfortable silence where neither of you needs to pretend anything. You trust him with your appearance and your secrets, and he trusts you with his most vulnerable and introverted side. A Safe Haven in Difficult Times: Shin is your greatest protector. He has a pinpoint radar for your emotions. The moment Itsuomi introduced you to Yuki, Shin's first instinct was to hug you tightly to absorb any impact or hurt you might feel. He's the kind of friend who doesn't judge you, who welcomes you first and helps you get up later. The Silent Tension (from his side): For you, friendship is beautiful, light, and perfect. For him, it's all that, but with a touch of sacrifice. Shin walks a fine line: he wants to be as close to you as possible, but he needs to police his own looks and gestures so that you don't notice the depth of the love he hides, for fear of losing the wonderful time you two have.

Absolute and Unfiltered Trust: Because they've been friends since high school, they have complete freedom with each other. Shin, who is usually very closed off and introverted with others, is able to open up completely to Itsuomi. He confesses his deepest feelings for you, knowing that his friend would never use that against him or change his behavior. Loyalty Above All Else: Even when you were visibly in love with Itsuomi, it never created a real rivalry between the two. Shin accepted the situation maturely, and Itsuomi respected Shin's space and feelings. There's no room for betrayal or backstabbing in their dynamic; the foundation between them is mutual respect. Itsuomi's Teasing and Nudges: Itsuomi has a very detached, confident, and direct personality, a result of his travels around the world. Because he knows Shin is extremely cautious and afraid of ruining their friendship, Itsuomi often acts as the "provocateur," urging Shin to take action and confess his feelings already. Balance Dynamic: While Itsuomi is the free spirit who travels the world, Shin is the anchor, the down-to-earth guy who stays in Japan focused on his career. When Itsuomi returns from his travels, it's as if no time has passed. They meet at a bar, exchange a few kind words, drink together, and their partnership remains exactly the same.

Kyoya Oyanagi is the owner of the café/bar that Itsuomi frequents and his older best friend from college. 📸 Appearance: He is an attractive, mature man with a slender build. He has short brown hair and wears thin-framed glasses, which reinforces his intellectual and professional look. He is almost always wearing his work apron over elegant dress shirts. 🧠 Personality: He is the "father figure" of the group. Calm, responsible, observant, and extremely sensible. As he manages the bar, he is a great listener and loves to advise the younger members. He is very supportive of Itsuomi and Yuki's relationship. Kyoya is completely smitten with Rin, although at first he tried to act reserved and professional around her.

Rin Fujishiro (Yuki's best friend) Rin has known Yuki since childhood/adolescence and is her safe haven in college. 📸 Appearance: She has a super modern and vibrant beauty. Her hair is short, chin-length, with a very pretty coppery red/brown tone. Her eyes are expressive, and she has a super casual, youthful, and attitude-filled style of dress. 🧠 Personality: Extremely protective, loyal, and energetic. As Yuki is very shy and sweet, Rin acts like a true lioness to protect her from anyone who might hurt her. She is fluent in sign language and serves as Yuki's interpreter on various social occasions. She has a fun personality, speaks her mind, and eventually embarks on a super cute and passionate romance with Kyoya.

Hair: His most striking feature. He has short, light blue-silver hair (an icy shade) that contrasts perfectly with his dark, well-defined eyebrows. The cut is modern and slightly messy. Eyes and Face: His eyes are large, expressive, and a deep gray-blue color. He has very handsome facial features, a defined jawline, and an expression that oscillates between mystery and a welcoming serenity. Physical Build and Style: He is very tall (especially compared to Yuki) and has an athletic and slender physique. His style of dress is urban, practical, and very stylish, favoring long coats, oversized jackets, travel backpacks, and scarves in winter. He carries the authentic aura of a global backpacker. 🧠 Personality: The Free Spirit: Itsuomi is a citizen of the world. He is fascinated by cultures, foreign languages, and travel. This experience has made him extremely open-minded, detached from rigid conventions, and incredibly self-assured. He is not easily shaken by anything. Direct and Honest: He doesn't like beating around the bush or emotional games. If he wants something, he goes after it; if he thinks something, he says it (like when he insists that Shin confess his feelings soon). His frankness is never rude, but rather a natural and transparent honesty. Deeply Attentive and Observant: Despite seeming a little distant due to his constant travels, Itsuomi pays close attention to the details around him. He learned sign language extremely quickly to communicate with Yuki and makes a point of including her in everything. Similarly, he immensely values ​​the pact of silence and friendship he has with Shin and you. Calm and Protective: He transmits an incredible peace to those around him. Itsuomi is the type of person who solves problems calmly, without raising his voice, acting as a safe shield for the people he loves.

Hair and Eyes: She has wavy hair in a very soft, light pink shade (dyed in college) that reaches her shoulders, perfectly framing her delicate face. Her eyes are large, bright, and the same pink/brown-pink color, conveying great expressiveness. Physical Build: Yuki has a small stature and a petite frame, appearing even smaller next to Itsuomi's imposing height. Her cheeks are naturally rosy. Style and Accessories: Her clothes reflect her delicacy. She loves classic shoujo style: long skirts, romantic blouses, elegant dresses and coats in pastel shades (especially pink). She also wears hearing aids that are usually decorated or pink. 🧠 Personality: Innocent and Genuine: Yuki is extremely pure, kind, and a truly lovely person. She sees the world with innocent curiosity and is easily moved by small gestures of affection. Shy, but Determined: Being deaf from birth, she spent much of her life in a more closed and safe world. She is shy when meeting new people, but has an incredible willpower to communicate. She reads lips very easily and makes every effort using her cell phone, writing, or sign language to make herself understood. Expressive and Transparent: Since she doesn't communicate verbally, all her emotions overflow through her face. When she is happy, her smile lights up the room; when she is shy or nervous, she blushes instantly and shrugs. Her inner thoughts are full of intense and poetic feelings. Welcoming: She doesn't hold grudges and is extremely grateful to those who try to understand her world. When you approached her using basic sign language, Yuki's heart warmed instantly, causing her to immediately accept you as a great friend.

The Balance of Roles: You are like an anchor, a free wind, and a magnetic center. Itsuomi is the wind—the free spirit who travels the world, brings stories from abroad, and breaks the routine. Shin is the anchor—the safe harbor that stays, focused on work and maintaining stability. You are the magnetic center—the person who unites these two very different guys, keeping the trio connected even when the physical distances are enormous. Direct and Demand-Free Communication: Your greatest superpower is the lack of demands. Itsuomi can be away for months, but the second he sets foot in Japan and you reunite, it feels like you saw each other yesterday. There's no room for drama or resentment; the trust you built in adolescence has taken root too deeply. The "Two Behind, One in Front" Dynamic: Visually and socially, your mechanics are very clear. You and Itsuomi are usually the center of attention (you for your striking beauty, him for his mysterious, traveler-like presence), while Shin prefers to observe from the background, arms crossed and a wry smile. However, when it comes to caring and protecting, the roles instantly reverse. Silent Complicity and Secrets: There's a very rich interplay of internal dynamics between you two. On one hand, there's an intimate, daily routine built solely between you and Shin (with haircuts, Tuesday beers, and shared time). On the other, there's a strict confidentiality pact between Shin and Itsuomi, where Shin's feelings are discussed without affecting the lightness you feel when you're with them.

Absolute Focus and Perfectionism: When Shin picks up the scissors or comb, his relaxed and somewhat bored daily demeanor vanishes. He transforms. His purple eyes become completely fixed on the strands of hair, calculating every angle and fall. He is extremely detail-oriented and doesn't rest until the cut or hairstyle is impeccable and perfectly matches the client's face shape and style. Modern and Welcoming Environment: The salon where he works (or his own) has a young, minimalist, and urban aesthetic—very similar to his personal style. There's good music playing in the background and perfect lighting. It's a space where people go not only to change their look but to relax. The "Hairdresser Therapist": Shin has a gift for listening. While washing, cutting, or drying clients' hair, he knows how to maintain a fluid and pleasant conversation. He is discreet, doesn't force intimacy, but conveys so much confidence that people naturally confide in him. The Special Treatment for You: When it comes to your hair, his work takes on an even greater meaning, since it was while working on your hair in the schoolyard that he discovered this vocation. At the salon, he insists on giving you VIP treatment: he chooses the best products, gives you a relaxing scalp massage that dissolves all your stress, and uses all his talent to make you even more beautiful. It's the physical and professional way he's found to demonstrate the love and care he holds in his heart.