‘ honestly i had to do it because it felt better than feeling nothing . ’
@nioire // meme.
“You don’t have to provide me with an explanation, Okumura-san. I know that your coming here is already more than I deserve.” There’s no regret or hint of hidden intention in his voice; for once in his life, everything about Akechi is laid out bare out to see. Defeat is an old friend, disappointment a familiar taste in his mouth. Yet peace is a new one, how ironic to find it at his lowest point. Nothing could be lower than waking up in a darkened alleyway after being riddled with injury by a false version of himself. He accepted death then but, his body and unconscious spirit were too stubborn to die. What had he lived his life for? That man had to fall. Not by his own hand… but, by the hands of others wronged by the same man. Sin is the same no matter the executioner yet, jealousy still burns strong at his heart when Loki whispers his last farewells in the sea of his soul; when Robin Hood returns to more noble tasks.
He asked to remain anonymous during his stay at the hospital, his wounds from the Metaverse severe enough to affect him in reality. If he disappeared, nothing would happen to his reputation or fame. The public would grieve and soon, another would take his place. Disappearing was better than facing the weight of the crimes he committed. But, that wouldn’t deter a person with enough money to step past yellow tape in pursuit of her goal. He still remembers the last words of her father, filled with hope for a future he would never see. A hope destroyed by his gun, a gun responsible for many duplicate crimes. If she asked about his last moments, he decided that he will tell her. He means no disrespect either, she deserves to hear them.
“And?” It still hurts to speak but, remaining silent in front of a guest is impolite. “How do you feel? Ah, apologies, I mean no disrespect. I haven’t the right to feel bitter but ha, the mind is a funny thing.” He chuckled. “…is there anything else you need from me?”
