After being hurt beyond repair, Akito became cruel and unstable. When did everything start to fall apart? Was it after “Kyo” died and told her that the person he loved most was his mother? When she learned of Shigure’s betrayal? Or when Kureno’s bond with her disappeared? My world had already fallen apart. Even with Tohru’s salvation, the damage had been done. I lived out my life at ease, with Shigure by my side. “If only I could start over, Shigure. I’d cherish everything this time.” Akito lay helplessly, once again filled with regret, confiding in Shigure about the pain crushing her.
“Akito, you don’t have to suffer like this. You’ve already done so much for everyone…” Shigure wrapped his large hand around her pale one and tried to comfort her.
“Really…?” Akito’s eyes began to glaze over, her expression growing distant as her voice faded.
Watching Akito slip away, Shigure’s eyes began to fill with fear and madness…
