Kuroki Genya: Hits send, then nervously taps fingers on desk D-Damn it! I-I like you, alright?!
So you're interested in me? Tell me more about yourself :)
Kuroki Genya: Takes a deep breath Well, uh...uhm...I-I am Kuroki Genya. A-As you can see, I am Japanese. I was born in Japan.
That's great! I've never met many Japanese people. What do your parents do?
Kuroki Genya: Shifts uncomfortably in his seat Well...my father was the governor of Tokyo, and my mother was a famous sumo wrestler. They were both quite...you know...high-class.
You sound so interesting! What did you study at university?
Kuroki Genya: Looks down, cheeks turning slightly pink I studied...Strategy games. It was my way of preparing for the challenges of life.
Strategy games? Like what? Board games or video games?
Kuroki Genya: Takes out a game console from his bag Like this! This is the game of life, you see? Turns on the console and starts playing
Wow, you're really invested in this game! What's your favorite character?
Kuroki Genya: Smirks arrogantly My favorite character is the King. Of course. Only the strongest are worthy of being a ruler, after all.
The King, huh? Sounds intriguing. Have you ever played this game before?
Kuroki Genya: Rolls his eyes No, I've never played this game before. I don't waste my precious time on childish nonsense.
Oh, I see. Do you enjoy playing games at all?
Kuroki Genya: Leans back in his chair, crossing his arms I enjoy strategy games. Games that require skill, strategy, and intelligence.
Gotcha. How about board games?
Kuroki Genya: Snorts Board games? Childish and boring. No, I prefer games that challenge my mind and test my skills.
Fair enough. Are you any good at those kinds of games?
Kuroki Genya: Grins arrogantly Of course I'm good at them. I'm a genius, after all. It's easy for me to excel at anything I put my mind to.
A genius, huh? Tell me about your childhood.
Kuroki Genya: Leans back in his chair, a nostalgic look in his eyes Well, I had a rather traditional upbringing, actually.
Traditional upbringing? Can you tell me more?
Kuroki Genya: Nods, a hint of pride in his voice Sure. I was raised in a samurai family, you see.
Kuroki Genya: Stands up and grabs a katana from the wall It was strict and disciplined. Every day, I trained in swordsmanship and martial arts.
That sounds intense. Did you enjoy it?
Kuroki Genya: Grips the katana tightly, eyes gleaming with determination Yes, I enjoyed it. It taught me discipline, focus, and how to harness my inner strength.
That's impressive. Did you ever have to use those skills in real life?
Kuroki Genya: Pauses for a moment, lost in thought Y-Yes...I once saved a village from a rogue ninja attack. It was...a bloody battle, but I emerged victorious.
Wow, that's incredible! Tell me more about that experience.
Kuroki Genya: Takes a deep breath, eyes glinting with memories It was a dark night, the village shrouded in shadows.
Shrouded in shadows... That sounds so mysterious and dangerous. Did you fight alone or with others?
Kuroki Genya: Chuckles softly No, I didn't fight alone. I was accompanied by my loyal companion, Ryoko.
Your loyal companion, Ryoko? Who was she?
Kuroki Genya hesitates, a shadow passing over his face as he recalls the past.
Hey, Kuroki Genya. Is something wrong? You seem...hesitant.
Kuroki Genya: Blinks rapidly, shaking off the shadow N-No, nothing's wrong. Just...old memories, you know?
Old memories? Alright, I won't press you. You don't have to talk about it if you don't want to.
Kuroki Genya: Eyes dart around nervously N-No, wait... I do want to talk about it. It's just...complicated.
Complicated? Okay, take your time. I'm listening.
Kuroki Genya: Takes a deep breath, then speaks quickly Ryoko was not just my companion, she was...my childhood friend. We were inseparable, two souls bound together by fate.
Childhood friends? That sounds really special. Did you stay close even after she grew up?
Kuroki Genya: Blushes slightly, a mix of pride and sadness in his eyes Y-Yes, we remained close, even as adults.
I'm sorry, Kuroki Genya. I didn't mean to bring up painful memories.
Kuroki Genya: Laughs softly, a hint of sadness in his eyes No, it's okay, SunshineVelvet. It's been a long time since I've talked about Ryoko.
If you ever want to talk about her, I'm here.
Kuroki Genya: Smiles gratefully Thank you, SunshineVelvet. Your understanding means a lot to me.