How do you think aki dies if his time is up with the curse devil? Do you think you guys go to bed one day and then he just doesnt wake up? Do you think the closer it comes he checks every day to find out what day it’s going to happen or do you think he doesnt want to know?
I don't want to think about this too hard because it makes my chest hurt. A peaceful, expected end doesn't feel very on-brand for the Curse Devil; I wonder if it would be closer to how Ghost took Himeno where there was just physically nothing left or if it would more closely resemble how the Curse Devil attacks targets in general?? This would be beyond devastating to me I don't like it in Any capacity!!!!
I think he wouldn't want to know the exact date but would at least want to remain aware, like how in text he declines Future's offer to tell him how he dies but does ask Curse and Angel about his lifespan deductions broadly... He doesn't want to be so preoccupied with the countdown that he can't focus on what's important (loving his family, including you) but he does want to be conscious of making sure his affairs are in order so you and Denji and Power will be okay without him.
As revenge for pain this ask caused please also consider being Aki's partner as his time draws near. He's not dishonest with you, but he's a little evasive about specifics because he wants to enjoy your time together. He indulges everything you ask of him, even if knowing the reason you ask makes him ache. Near-constant cuddling with your ear pressed to his heartbeat and your fingers coiled around his wrist. (Feeling your pulse reassures me, Aki.) Can we take more photos together, Aki? (I'm terrified I won't remember your face.) Show me again how to make coffee the way you like it? (I want the taste to remind me of you.) Let's celebrate your birthday early this year, please? (We can celebrate it twice, if we make it that far. I just want to make you smile as many times as I can.)
