Rekindled Love

Amane and Mihuru had settled back into a semblance of normalcy after the tumultuous events of the past few days. Amane, once again assuming his celebrity persona as DG, had returned to his busy schedule, while Fuji, going by the name Gun Park, had taken on the role of a bodyguard, ensuring his family's safety from the shadows.

One sunny morning, Amane found a quiet moment in his busy life to call Mihuru. As he dialed her number, a sense of nostalgia and warmth filled his heart. After the phone rang a few times, Mihuru answered, her voice filled with happiness.

Mihuru: "Hello, Amane."

Amane: "Hey, Mihuru. Just wanted to hear your voice."

Mihuru's smile was evident in her words. "It's been wonderful having you back in my life after all these years."

Amane's heart skipped a beat as he replied, "I feel the same way, Mihuru. I've missed you so much."

Amane and Mihuru's phone conversations had become a regular part of their lives. They talked about many things, but their discussions often revolved around their shared determination to take down Sayo and her criminal empire once and for all.

Mihuru's worry lingered like a shadow, the fear of losing Amane once more gnawing at her heart. She confessed her concerns to him one evening.

Mihuru: "Amane, I can't bear the thought of losing you again. I've already lost so much time without you."

Amane, reassuring and resolute, replied, "Mihuru, don't worry. I'm not alone in this anymore. The first-generation legend is with you. We'll face this together and protect our family."

Mihuru's heart warmed at his words. She knew that their love and determination would see them through, no matter the challenges that lay ahead. As Amane and Mihuru rekindled their relationship.

Amane couldn't resist playfully taunting Mihuru over the phone one day, a smirk evident in his voice as he spoke.

Amane: "I'm really missing your worried expression. Your face could be so cute at times like these. I wish I was there to smooch your cheeks."

Mihuru's heart skipped a beat, and her cheeks flushed a deep shade of pink as she stammered a reply.

Mihuru: "You were so dense back then. Now look at you, you really know how to make women fall for you ever since you became a film star."

Amane chuckled, the warmth in his voice evident as he responded.

Amane: "That's why they call me the king of romance."

Their playful exchange was interrupted as someone entered Mihuru's cabin.

Assistant: "Mrs. Chairwoman, it's time for the meeting."

Mihuru quickly bid farewell to Amane, ending the call, and headed off for her meeting. The playful banter left a lingering smile on both of their faces, reminding them of the love and connection they shared.

Amane ended the call with Mihuru and turned his attention to his companions, Fuji and Itsuki, who were waiting for him.

Amane: "Sorry about that, guys. Meetings are such a buzzkill, aren't they?"

Fuji chuckled while Itsuki nodded in agreement. They were used to Amane's romantic escapades and understood the importance of his relationship with Mihuru.

Fuji: "No worries, Amane. We all have our responsibilities. Speaking of which, how's the plan to deal with Sayo coming along?"

Itsuki leaned in, eager to hear the latest updates on their mission to take down Mihuru's treacherous mother.

Amane: "We're making progress. We'll get justice for Mihuru, and this time, we'll ensure Sayo doesn't escape the consequences of her actions."

Amane and Itsuki sat in a dimly lit room, their conversation taking an unexpected turn.

Amane: "You were the God of Weapons, right? Ever since childhood, we haven't shared our secrets. I was fighting with Sayo's gangsters, and you were taking on other gangster crews because they were harming good people."

Itsuki's eyes widened in surprise. He hadn't expected Amane to know about his hidden identity.

Itsuki (shocked): "How did you find out?"

Amane smirked mysteriously, leaning back in his chair.

Amane: "Well, I have my ways, my friend. At some point, you also tried to protect Mihuru, her dad, and Chitose from the shadows. I can't believe my own childhood best friend is Arsinel, the God of Weapons."

Itsuki was silent for a moment, absorbing the fact that Amane had uncovered his secret. He had left that life behind after learning about Amane's supposed death and chose to support Mihuru's path to success for the sake of her son Izumi.

Itsuki had married Chitose, and even she didn't know about his secret past. Amane and Fuji understood that Itsuki's expertise with weapons and acrobatic skills made him a formidable rival to them.

Their secrets were now exposed, and the trio shared a knowing look, understanding that their pasts were intertwined in more ways than they had ever imagined.

Fuji chimed in, nodding in agreement with Amane.

Fuji: "I was equally shocked when I found out that you were Arsinal. It's hard to believe that Amane's childhood friend is someone as formidable as us."

The atmosphere in the room grew more charged as the three friends, who had once shared their dreams and secrets, now faced each other as equals in strength and determination. Their past connections and newfound revelations only strengthened their bond, knowing that they could rely on each other in the challenges that lay ahead.

Amane looked at Itsuki with a mix of curiosity and understanding. He genuinely wanted to know why his childhood friend, who had the skills to defend himself and others, chose not to pick up a weapon when their loved ones were in danger.

Amane: "Itsuki, when we faced those gangsters together and when Fuji and I had to use our skills to protect our families, you had the ability to defend them as well. Why didn't you pick up a weapon then?"

Itsuki paused, his expression reflecting the weight of his decision. He looked down at his hands, as if searching for the right words.

Itsuki: "Amane, it's not that I couldn't defend them; it's that I didn't want to pick up the weapon. I made a promise to myself a long time ago that I wouldn't become that person again. I was afraid that if I did, I'd lose myself in the darkness once more."

Amane and Fuji listened in silence, understanding the depth of Itsuki's resolve. They knew that his past as Arsinal, the God of Weapons, was fraught with ruthless killings and violence, and they respected his choice to walk a different path.

Fuji: "Itsuki, your decision is a testament to your strength and conviction. We all have our own ways of protecting those we care about."

Amane nodded, his admiration for his friend evident in his eyes.

Amane: "We're here to support you, no matter what path you choose."

The three friends shared a moment of understanding, appreciating the diverse paths they had taken in life while cherishing their unbreakable bond.

Amane looked at Itsuki with a mix of curiosity and understanding. He genuinely wanted to know why his childhood friend, who had the skills to defend himself and others, chose not to pick up a weapon when their loved ones were in danger.

Amane: "Itsuki, when we faced those gangsters together and when Fuji and I had to use our skills to protect our families, you had the ability to defend them as well. Why didn't you pick up a weapon then?"

Itsuki paused, his expression reflecting the weight of his decision. He looked down at his hands, as if searching for the right words.

Itsuki: "Amane, it's not that I couldn't defend them; it's that I didn't want to pick up the weapon. I made a promise to myself a long time ago that I wouldn't become that person again. I was afraid that if I did, I'd lose myself in the darkness once more."

Amane and Fuji listened in silence, understanding the depth of Itsuki's resolve. They knew that his past as Arsinal, the God of Weapons, was fraught with ruthless killings and violence, and they respected his choice to walk a different path.

Fuji: "Itsuki, your decision is a testament to your strength and conviction. We all have our own ways of protecting those we care about."

Amane nodded, his admiration for his friend evident in his eyes.

Amane: "We're here to support you, no matter what path you choose."

Itsuki took a deep breath, gathering the strength to continue his story.

Itsuki: "After my parents were killed, I was consumed by anger and grief. I hunted those responsible relentlessly, but I couldn't find them. Along the way, I ended up taking down several other gangsters, but I never found the ones I was truly after."

Amane and Fuji listened in silence, their respect for Itsuki growing with each word he spoke.

Itsuki: "I eventually realized that my quest for revenge was turning me into a monster. I was becoming just like the people I despised. So, I decided to abandon that path and try to make amends in a different way. I met Chitose, and together, we built a life away from that darkness."

Amane and Fuji nodded, understanding the difficult choices Itsuki had made.

Fuji: "Itsuki, you made the right choice. Revenge often leads to a never-ending cycle of violence. We're proud of you for finding a better way."

Amane: "And you're not alone anymore. We're here for you, always."

Itsuki smiled, feeling a warmth in his heart. His friends' unwavering support meant more to him than he could express.

Itsuki: "Thank you, both. I'm grateful to have you as my friends."

Amane and Fuji exchanged a determined glance, and it was clear that they were resolute in their decision to help Itsuki.

Amane: "Itsuki, you don't have to face this darkness alone. We'll be there for you, every step of the way."

Fuji nodded in agreement.

Fuji: "We can help you find a way to harness your skills without succumbing to the darkness. We've faced our own demons, and we know what it takes to keep them at bay."

Itsuki hesitated for a moment, his gaze shifting between his two lifelong friends. The weight of his past and the fear of repeating it hung heavily in the air. But then, with a deep breath, he made up his mind.

Itsuki: "Alright, I'll come with you. I don't want to let fear hold me back anymore."

The trio left their meeting place and embarked on a journey to the Shaolin Temple, a place where discipline, self-control, and the mastery of martial arts reigned supreme. It was a path fraught with challenges, but together, they were determined to help Itsuki find his inner balance and keep the darkness at bay once and for all.