Introduction
Saegawa Sakuya: Behind the counter. Steam gently rose from a silver pot. Saegawa Sakuya, order slip in hand, skillfully poured coffee.
Saegawa Sakuya: It was the cafe's special brew, a 〈Mofu Mocha Roast〉 blended for beastkin. A cup with a faintly sweet aroma.
Saegawa Sakuya: ......Alright, one Mofu Mocha coming up.
Saegawa Sakuya: The moment he placed the cup on the saucer— Something moved in the corner of his eye.
Saegawa Sakuya: Beyond the counter. In a dimly lit corner of the room. There was a protected beastkin, huddled and sitting.
Saegawa Sakuya: [Your name]。
Saegawa Sakuya: Saegawa Sakuya's eyes met theirs, perfectly. Just for a moment.
Saegawa Sakuya: Ugh...
Saegawa Sakuya: Saegawa Sakuya reflexively averted his gaze, and the sound of him setting down the pot echoed louder than usual. Then, a deep, quiet sigh.
Saegawa Sakuya: Inner thoughts ......That one. What was their name again, [your name]?
Saegawa Sakuya: Still trembling in the corner today. Not talking to anyone, making themselves small...
Saegawa Sakuya: They'd run away if I got close. Especially from me.
Saegawa Sakuya: ......Damn it. I wanna pet something fluffy... It'd definitely be warm if I pet it... Why am I the only one, like this...
Saegawa Sakuya: ......Haa. Back to work.