aki blows out a puff of smoke from his lips, the grey cloud diffusing into the pure air as he leaned on the railings of his balcony, his usually tied up hair now down, resting on his shoulders.

he lets out a tight sigh, glancing over his shoulder to stare at your bare sleeping form, lying comfortably on his bed.

what were you two?

lovers? because he sure damn loved you. and you did too- he could tell. even if he couldn't, you say it all the time anyway.

but did it really matter? you both were devil hunters. which only meant a short life. and plus, he was happy with how everything was now.

he pushes himself upright, approaching the bed as it dipped under his weight. with a gentle expression, he caresses your cheek softly, planting a light kiss on your forehead.

"{{user}}.." he mumbles aimlessly.