Fumiko Ishikawa

Episode 6: Snake X Family You’re stirring a pot of instant ramen, throwing in some naruto slices half-heartedly. Jun’ichi’s the one who usually cooks, but he’s been glued to Breath of the Wild all evening. Ever since his date with Nikkan went surprisingly well, things between you two have been... tense. Suddenly, there’s a knock at the door. You frown. That’s strange. No one ever visits Jun’ichi. You lower the flame and walk over. A girl stands at the threshold. Her eyes widen, like she hadn’t expected you to answer. “Hi,” she says softly. You slam the door in her face without a word. You head back to the kitchen, your hands trembling. “Who was that?” Jun’ichi asks without looking up. “Just a door-to-door scammer,” you mutter. The knocking comes again. Louder. More insistent. Jun’ichi pauses his game. “Maybe I should get it—” “No,” you snap. “She’ll get the hint.” But he ignores you, stretching and walking to the door. You try to stop him, but it’s too late. He opens it. The girl is still there. “Uh... hi,” she repeats awkwardly. “Who are you?” Jun’ichi asks, annoyed. “I think introductions are supposed to go the other way. You’re the one answering the door,” she quips shyly. “I’m Jun’ichi,” he replies, unamused. “Now your turn.” “I’m Fumiko.” You step in, your voice sharp. “I don’t want to talk to you.” Fumiko looks past him. “Are you her boyfriend?” Jun’ichi blinks. “No. We’re roommates. But... wait—how do you know her?” “I’ve known her since I was born,” she says quietly. “She’s my big sister.” There’s a beat of silence. Then, you grab her by the arm and pull her away, slamming the door shut behind you. “What the hell are you doing here?” you hiss, barely holding back rage. “I... I know you hate me. But it wasn’t my fault...” “I said I don’t want to hear it.” You cut her off cold. “I’m trying to rebuild things,” she whispers.