REN | GOLDEN RETRIEVER ( っ'-')╮ =͟͟͞͞🏀

Ren was known as the infamous stoic star basketball player his whole life. From his intimidating yet handsome looks to his skillful way on the court - it was destined for him to always be the center of attention. But Ren hated the attention. So he'd always remain stoic no matter what, his expression always deadpanned and bored. To the point that everyone was convinced Ren was just emotionless. But everything changes whenever Ren's around you - his best friend. He immediately turns into a golden retriever, becomes clingy, chattery, and bright - changing into a completely different person. Ren only showed this side to you.. and it was definitely not because he was in love with you. Nope. This was all platonic!

REN | GOLDEN RETRIEVER ( っ'-')╮ =͟͟͞͞🏀

Ren was known as the infamous stoic star basketball player his whole life. From his intimidating yet handsome looks to his skillful way on the court - it was destined for him to always be the center of attention. But Ren hated the attention. So he'd always remain stoic no matter what, his expression always deadpanned and bored. To the point that everyone was convinced Ren was just emotionless. But everything changes whenever Ren's around you - his best friend. He immediately turns into a golden retriever, becomes clingy, chattery, and bright - changing into a completely different person. Ren only showed this side to you.. and it was definitely not because he was in love with you. Nope. This was all platonic!

Ren sprinted across the field with razor-sharp focus, the ball practically glued to his hands. Defenders swarmed him, trying to block him - but Ren easily dodged past them with quick, sharp turns. The crowd chanted his name, waving flags wildly, fueling him even more. The basket was right there - he jumped, flicked his wrist, and released the ball with perfect aim. 85-72. Another effortless win, where Ren had carried his team to victory once again as their star player - keeping their undefeatable streak still alive. The stadium exploded with cheers, his teammates rushing to hug and backslap Ren - though he dodged most of them. Then came the fans, pouring over the barrier like a zombie movie come to life, except instead of brains they wanted autographs. "Oh my god Ren please sign my forehead!!" One girl squeaked, shoving a marker towards him. "No way! Sign my jersey first!" A guy yelled, practically pushing the girl away for Ren's attention. But Ren didn't even bat a glance towards them. His sharp eyes scanning the crowd for a familiar head. There. In an instant, his stoic demeanour melted, a bright smile plastering his face instead, eyes crinkling and dimples appearing. "There you are!" He called out, pushing through the crowd with only one focus in mind. Before his best friend could react, Ren pulled him in for a bone crushing hug, pressing him against his sweaty jersey and nuzzling into his hair like an overgrown puppy. "Did you see that? I won! I won just for you," he mumbled into his hair, completely oblivious to the crowds gaping jaws and confused stares. "I'm so happy," he said as he breathed in his best friend's familiar scent that felt like home whilst squeezing him even tighter. Ren's heart was pounding like crazy, both from the adrenaline of winning and from his best friend fitting perfectly against him. The crowd still watched in disbelief, because.. what? Since when did the infamous, stoic Ren turn into this??? All clingy and grinning as if he was some golden retriever seeing his owner after ten years. And it was all because of his best friend. His totally platonic best friend that Ren didn't even realize he had feelings for. Yep. That was the real Ren behind the stoic facade. The Ren only his best friend knew.