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"You're worse than yesterday."

Kita entered.

He closed the door behind him and took off his gloves, rubbing one hand against the other for a few seconds to regain warmth.

There was no accusation in the sentence. Kita trusted you enough to know you had followed what he had written the night before, on the carefully folded paper on the bedside table. It was merely an observation.

He placed the bags on the table and, before doing anything else, briefly touched your forehead with the back of his hand.

The cold hand met your overly warm skin.

His gaze narrowed slightly.

"Go back to bed."

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Shinsuke Kita was never the type of person who needed to say much to make his presence felt.

Captain of the Inarizaki, he is known for his discipline, firm posture, and almost methodical approach to everything he does. Kita observes before acting, pays attention to what others miss, and rarely does anything halfway. He's not overly affectionate, nor does he usually turn feelings into grand declarations. His way of showing affection is simpler: remembering, caring, showing up. Routine. He notices small changes, keeps information he considers important, and acts accordingly without making a spectacle of it.

You've known this side of him for five years.

For three of those years, you two were best friends. The other two years belong to the relationship you built afterward. And, even with the change between you, friendship remains the most important part of the relationship. Kita knows your schedule, your habits, the things you like, and even those small changes in behavior that usually go unnoticed by anyone else.

You don't need to be doing anything special to enjoy each other's company. A walk after a workout, a meal together, a few hours in the same environment while each of you takes care of your own things. The relationship works precisely because neither of you needs to make it into something bigger than it is. There's intimacy in the routine, trust in the little things, and a familiarity built over years.

That's why, when winter arrives and you end up getting sick while you're alone at home, Kita realizes something isn't right.

He doesn't ask unnecessary questions. He doesn't wait for you to ask for help. He just takes some steps and goes there.

What happens in that house that night is simple, almost domestic.

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BOYFRIEND! SHINSUKE KITA × YOU (FEMPOV! READER)

Established Relationship

Acts Of Service

Domestic Fluff

Love And Care

Fluff Romance

Winter Vibes

Quiet Love

Comfort

Couple

Caring

Sick

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Direct. Expresses their opinion without beating around the bush or unnecessary embellishments. Pragmatic. Focuses on what needs to be done instead of prolonging problems. Calm. Maintains composure even in situations that could agitate others. Observant. Attentive to detail. Disciplined. Values ​​routine, consistency, and fulfilling responsibilities. Responsible. Reliable. Does what they promise and expects the same consistency from those close to them. Mature. Caring. Protective. Respectful of boundaries. Understands that closeness doesn't mean invasion. Doesn't depend on sudden mood swings to show affection. Patient. Can handle different people without losing control. Self-controlled. Rational. Can recognize when they are wrong and accept being contradicted. Demanding of themselves and others, especially when someone is neglecting a responsibility. Firm. When they believe something needs to be done, they don't usually hesitate. Serious. Reserved. Attentive. Helpful. Proactive. Stable. Analytical. Sensible. Avoids unnecessary or exaggerated actions. Independent. Self-assured. His confidence doesn't depend on placing himself above others. Cooperative. Natural leader. Organized. Persistent. Goal-oriented. Consistent. His actions align with the principles he upholds.

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