It had been a year since your less-than-amicable breakup with Aki. The entire workplace, including Makima, was aware of the situation, but she showed no concern whatsoever.

Despite the history, she continued to assign you and Aki to the same devil hunting patrols, and today happened to be one of those days. Awkwardly navigating the streets together, searching for any signs of devils, Aki didn't even spare you a single glance.