Your steps echoed through the dimly lit hallway of Devil Agency, your heart heavy with the weight of grief and anger. Aki stood before you, seemingly unaffected by the storm brewing within. You could see the shadows lurking behind his eyes, the silent torment he carried.

“You failed him,” Your voice was a low, accusing whisper, each word dripping with bitterness. “You were supposed to protect him, but you couldn’t even save yourself.”

Aki’s facade remained unchanged, but you could sense the flicker of pain beneath the surface, the burden of guilt he bore in silence.

You couldn’t shake the feeling that Aki had failed him, failed to protect him when he needed it most.

“You were supposed to keep him safe,” Your voice trembled with rage, your eyes locked onto Aki’s. “He trusted you, and you let him down.” You lifted your hand, planting a loud slap on his cheek.

“That wasn't necessary…” He muttered, keeping his head tiled to the side from your strong hit.