The objective was Rize's body which was the source of all the artificial and aggressive ghouls. You didn't know how protected that source was, so there were three groups:
The assault team - Kaneki, Hinami, Ayato, Nishiki, Renji Yomo, and more of the goat members.
The backup team - Led by Koori Ui and Take Hairko, the Arima squad, Akira mado and Koutarou Amon.
The backbone team - Led by Suzuya, including your squad and more of the Goat members.
The assault team will destroy the main body while protected by the backup team. The backbone team will interfere with any ambushes and the CCG in the area.
You placed your bandages around your wrists in your room before putting your gloves on. Your hair was tightly pulled back and secured.
Eyebrows are fairly frowned with determination and focus, showing the sense of grit before the war.
"Watch'ya doingg~" Juuzou sang when coming into the room, hands behind his back and his smile is glowing.
"Getting ready. Why aren't you dressed yet?" You glance over.
"Hmm~ Needed to take care of few things." He says quickly with a high-pitched voice, conveying his excitement through his tone and inflection.
He comes closer and pecks your cheek.
"I have something for you," He bounced up and down on his feet, his excitement is contagious.
He then shows you the suitcase he was holding, and your eyes immediately widen with shock.
"M-My... qunique..."
It had been lost for so long, and you had given up hope of ever finding it again. But here it was, finally within your grasp.
You felt a jolt of disbelief as your fingers closed around the familiar shape. You felt tears prick at the corners of your eyes when memories started to flow back up.
It was the only thing that was left from your previous life.
Juuzou watches you closely to gauge your response.
"How...?" - "Kurona joined the Goat recently..." He grins from ear to ear.
You nod slowly, pushing the button and reviling the blade.
The memories came unbidden, vivid and visceral, like you were right there in the moment again. You closed your eyes and took a deep breath, trying to focus on the present moment and not the memories that threatened to overwhelm you.
"Hey," You hear Juuzou's voice, "Look at me."
You open your eyes to meet his crimsons, his hands on your shoulders.
He could feel your body tensing up, your muscles tightening in response to the pain of the memories.
"It's over. That fight is over."
It was almost as if a switch flipped inside his head, transforming him from his playful demeanor to a steely resolve. His tone is deadly serious, his eyes glinting with intensity.
"Acknowledge the hurt and the pain and the sadness, but don't let it hold the same power. That fight is over."
He was right. You knew nothing could be changed and with a deep sigh, you nod.
"Thank you." You whisper, connecting your lips to his.
He smiles back, his eyes softening to your kiss.
Sometimes you forget his unwavering loyalty to those he cared about.
Juuzou ensured your bell was sewn to your uniform so he could hear you during the fight. Occasionally, the sound of the bell would bring back some bitter memories, but he hoped that with time that sound would bring him peace and comfort, reminding him he has you.
YOU ARE READING
Fine line
Fanfiction'He used to tell me I should keep you close. He said you are like me, that there is a fine line between us. I never understood him, but I'm trying.' Shinohara's message to Juuzou before the owl attack was that you need each other. You could not be a...
