[He sent a text every time before he went to Asch's place, to make sure the man was actually there. Today, too, it's no different. A short text. "Do you need help today?" that the man should be used to receiving. But Shintaro has things on his mind when he walks into the now-familiar building, sleeves rolled up as he closes his umbrella. He's still got a bandaid and a healing bruise on his cheek; he looks like he hasn't slept much at all in days.]
at Asch's place
... Good morning, Asch-san.