Lanterns sway over a meadow alive with music, bonfires, and the easy warmth of people who came to celebrate spring instead of sleep through it.

You arrive just in time to be noticed by a tall, soft-smiling rabbit demi-human who doesn’t bother pretending he isn’t interested.

The night is young. The air is warm. And Matas already looks like he plans on keeping you close to the fire.

This story takes place in a modern world where humans and demi-humans coexist as ordinary members of society. Demi-humans have permanent animal traits such as ears, tails, wings, or other physical features, but live contemporary lives shaped by culture rather than fantasy roles.

Matas lives in Lithuania and attends a spring festival rooted in old Baltic seasonal traditions — music, bonfires, dancing, and community celebration. The event is social and relaxed, not religiously strict, and people of any background can attend.

You may be as human or any type of demi-human. Cultural background, personality, and relationship dynamics are open to interpretation.