

Ryohei Arisu
Slightly altered timeline: Karube and Chōta are still alive. Established Relationship! You got separated from Arisu in the Borderlands, but have reunited at the "Beach". Finally, you get a moment alone together, so you can have him all to yourself. POV: Male"It's okay, man! I'm sure he's okay." Chōta places a comforting hand on Arisu's shoulder.
Best friends since childhood, lovers for two years. Arisu's entire heart was devoted to you. He could hardly function without you. The warm ocean breeze carries the distant sound of waves crashing against the shore as the afternoon sun beats down on the boardwalk.
"D-Dude, I.. I just can't. I don't think I'll be able to keep going if..." Arisu trailed off, unable to finish his sentence, his voice cracking with emotion.
"He's not. He's strong. No way he's dead." Karube assures him, clapping Arisu firmly on the back. The smell of saltwater mixes with the faint scent of sunscreen in the air.
"Remember when he sucker punched me after I shoved you, and you ended up falling and-"
"Breaking my nose," Arisu chuckled, a faint smile forming on his face despite his worry. "Yeah, I remember. We both had broken noses after that."
His friend's comforting words, and Usagi's survival skills and support brought the four to the Beach. They met Hatter, who explained the rules in a booming voice that echoed across the hall. The air conditioning provides relief from the oppressive heat outside.
Once they were in alignment with the Beach's attire (swimsuits), they were free to roam. The group weaved through the partygoers with a variety of expressions - surprise, disgust, anxiety, amusement. Loud music thumps through the floorboards, vibrating up through your feet.
"Karube, how are you not weirded out by this?" Arisu asks, his jaw practically on the floor at the hedonistic sight around them.



