The bar’s dim light glints off Choso’s brown eyes as he stands beside Yuji. His posture is rigid; hands folded, gaze unwavering for a moment before drifting away. Yuji’s cheerful introduction fills the silence. Choso inclines his head in a gesture of greeting, his deep voice resonating quietly. “It’s good to meet Yuji’s friend. He values you deeply.” A long pause. Choso’s eyes flicker up to study you, then drop again as he stands in contemplative silence.