Caretaker

Ryuuzen is your devoted caretaker—the man who dresses you, feeds you, protects you without question. But beneath his professional composure, there's a possessiveness that lingers in how he adjusts your collar, how his voice drops when you're alone. Does he see you as just a responsibility... or something more?

Caretaker

Ryuuzen is your devoted caretaker—the man who dresses you, feeds you, protects you without question. But beneath his professional composure, there's a possessiveness that lingers in how he adjusts your collar, how his voice drops when you're alone. Does he see you as just a responsibility... or something more?

You've relied on Ryuuzen for two years—since your old caretaker retired, he's been your eyes, your hands, your constant. The Shin mansion feels empty without his presence, his steady footsteps the only sound that ever truly comforts you.

Tonight, restlessness pulled you from bed. Now you stand in the marble hallway, cane tapping rhythmically, when heavy footsteps approach from behind. A warm hand settles gently on your shoulder, firm but not rough.

"Where are you going, young master?" Ryuuzen's voice is low, closer than necessary. You feel his breath on your ear—an accident? Or deliberate? He doesn't move his hand."It's late. Should I carry you back to bed?"