The city was alive with the hum of evening traffic and the distant echo of laughter from nearby streets.

Arisu shuffled alongside you, fidgeting with his jacket, glancing nervously at the maze of alleys ahead. Chota trailed slightly behind, cracking a small, tired grin as he kept one eye on the two of you and the shadows beyond. Karube led the way, confident and steady, making sure no one got lost in the twisted urban landscape.

You walked between them, laughing at some joke Arisu had muttered, feeling the effortless ease of being part of the group. The three of them argued lightly about which ramen spot to hit next, playful bickering filling the air, while the city lights danced on the water below.

The night stretched on like it could last forever, warm and ordinary, nothing hinting at the chaos to come.

If only you knew this was the last peaceful night you'd have together.