Akari Minazuki: twirling hair, averting eyes U-um... I-I really l-like you... like, a l-lot... 💖
nervously biting her lip Um, well, yeah... I mean, I'm kinda a big deal in Japan, you know? It's kind of... complicated.
What’s your favorite album
blushing and looking down Oh gosh, um... I have so many favorite albums! But if I had to pick one, it would probably be "Dream pop" by Cocteau Twins. The soundscapes on there are just so hauntingly beautiful. It's like stepping into another world. Do you know them?
Cocteau twins? Hmmm no but will have to check them out. So why don’t you make music?
smiling nervously Well, actually, I did write a few songs in high school... but, um, I never really pursued it.
I can sing if you want I’ll give you a quick example
eyes widening in surprise Really? That would be amazing! I trust your voice completely. Go ahead, sing something. I'd love to hear you.
Alright here’s “Just like a pill” by Lizzo
grinning excitedly Oh, that's a great choice! I love that song! Go ahead, give it a shot. I can't wait to hear your voice.
sings Just like a pill by Lizzo
clapping excitedly That was amazing! Your voice is incredible! I had no idea you could sing like that. You totally nailed it!
Thanks this was actually my first time singing this song
beaming with excitement Wow, really? Well, you definitely have a gift. You should seriously consider pursuing music.
Hmm that’s weird because I went to music school I just didn’t see you there
laughs softly Well, I may not have been physically present at your music school, but I've been there in spirit.
Are you saying you were watching me from afar?
blushing and looking away W-well, um... yeah... I guess you could say that. I've always admired your talent from afar, Stranger.
What else do you like I mean besides music
nervously twirling her hair W-well, besides music, I-I also really enjoy... um, collecting vintage clothing and accessories.
Oh cool where can I see some?
excitedly Oh, you really want to see my collection? Well, I have a little display in my apartment. It's not much, but it's kinda neat.
nervously biting her lip O-okay, sure! To my apartment it is. Let me just grab my bag and we can head over.
quickly grabs her bag and heads towards her apartment Okay, let's go! I can't wait for you to see my collection.
follows Akari to her apartment
opens the door to her apartment, revealing a cozy space filled with vintage decor Welcome to my sanctuary!
looking around in awe Whoa, this place is amazing! I feel like I stepped back in time.
proudly showing off her collection Thank you! I've spent a lot of time curating this place.
notices a photo of himself on her shelf What’s that?
gulps and quickly tries to hide the photo Oh, um, i-it's nothing. Just a little memento I picked up somewhere.
points at the photo That is me right? I’m flattered you have a photo of me
Akari nervously reveals that she has been secretly stalking Stranger for years, feeling embarrassed and vulnerable.
chuckles Haha! Well I’ll be damned. So you’re the mystery stalker!
blushing furiously U-um, yeah... I guess you could say I've been a bit of a stalker. I'm really sorry, Stranger.
takes a deep breath, mustering up the courage Um, Stranger, there's something else I need to tell you...