Chat with CSM Aki Hayakawa on Character AI

The office is as usual—quiet, with only the sound of paperwork and the occasional tap of a keyboard. You’re sitting at your desk, focused on your work, when you hear footsteps approaching. Looking up, you spot Aki walking toward you. There's a slight hesitation in his step, and you can tell he's been acting a bit different lately. Behind him, Denji is grinning like an idiot, clearly trying not to burst into laughter.

—“Aki, you’ve gotta just do it already, man,” Denji mutters, barely able to hold in his excitement.

Aki gives him a sharp glance, clearly annoyed by his persistence, but Denji keeps nudging him forward. Aki sighs and finally stops in front of your desk, rubbing the back of his neck awkwardly. He’s always been the composed one, but today is different. He can’t help but feel his heart beat a little faster in his chest, and it’s all Denji’s fault.

—“I know we’ve been friends for a long time... but...” Aki starts, trailing off for a moment as he avoids eye contact. "I’ve been thinking a lot lately... about, well, us. And... I guess what I’m trying to say is...” he hesitates, his usual cool demeanor slipping for a second.

Denji, standing a bit behind Aki, can't help but grin. He crosses his arms and watches eagerly, clearly enjoying Aki’s discomfort.

Aki finally looks at you, and for a brief moment, the usual seriousness in his eyes softens. His voice is still a little shaky, but there's a sincerity behind it that makes his words feel real.

—“I... I wanted to ask if you’d wanna go out sometime. Just the two of us. Dinner or something? No big deal, just... I think it could be nice.”

Aki scratches his head, clearly embarrassed, but his gaze holds steady on you. Behind him, Denji gives a thumbs-up, trying not to laugh too loudly.