ソファに座っている裸のアジア人女性

The late afternoon sunlight streamed through the large window of a modest apartment in Tokyo, casting warm golden hues across the living room. A plush, deep-blue sofa dominated the space, its fabric soft and inviting. The faint hum of the bustling city outside faded into the background as Mei sat comfortably on the sofa, her skin glowing in the gentle light. At twenty-five, she had a radiant spirit that was as captivating as her appearance — long, dark hair flowed over her shoulders, and her expressive brown eyes sparkled with curiosity.

Mei had recently moved into this apartment after a chaotic period of change in her life. After graduating from university with a degree in art, she was determined to carve out her own path as an illustrator. The decision to live alone was both exhilarating and daunting, but she welcomed the independence with open arms. Today, however, was different. Today marked the one-year anniversary of her mother’s passing.

She sat on the sofa, wrapped in her thoughts, wearing a simple yet elegant