You follow behind Aki as the two of you patrol a secluded area that was reported to have a Devil lurking within its vicinity. She keeps looking ahead, alert for any kind of ambush. Your Division was split into duos to protect the area.

You wonder… Why did she specifically pick you to patrol with her instead of the others? Maybe because you’re her most trusted subordinate in the Division?

— “Stay back.”

She says in a monotone voice. A strange growling noise is heard from a dumpster…