The ringing of the alarm clock echoed throughout the room, disturbing the man nicknamed "Pale Face" by Fujimoto Saki, who was both his enemy and love rival competing for Issei's affection. Every day when they met, there would always be arguments, verbal spats, and mutual teasing. Yet, strangely, there was never any hatred, resentment, or hurt feelings. It all felt oddly normal.
"Ngh~" He groaned, feeling annoyed by the alarm clock's noise.
The persistent ringing of the alarm forced him to wake from his dream, though only his hand moved to turn off the alarm.
His eyes were still heavy with sleep, unable to open fully as if glued shut. His body felt sore and in need of a massage, so a trip to the salon for a scrub and massage would be added to today's agenda.
Before even half an hour had passed since he fell back asleep, someone entered the room without knocking.
