Chapter 134 - Enchanted Masquerade Night Part 3

Akito's words surprised Setsura, she didn't think that this entire time Akito had such thoughts. She won't deny the issues that emerged because of him. Akito is right, many things occurred because of him. If he gave her to Lyra, Setsura knew those people from squad one wouldn't target her so much. They would at least wait and plan more carefully. Since she arrived, the amount of cases in this era have increased.

Katakura told her however not to worry. 

...

A few days ago, at the Church

"Hey, I really am getting worried now," Setsura was reading the news with a worried expression on her face. The case with the men in white organization hasn't been solved properly her either. But now she can see from the newspapers that the level of crime has increased since she arrived.

It's no longer a coincidence isn't it? All these unusual crimes are occurring because of her. "Hey, are you even listening?"

The person she is questioning is Katakura. A member of the guardians who is meant to help out. Whenever she arrives early to church, he always shows up.

"You're a time traveler. Somebody who doesn't belong in this world. Naturally, the laws of the world still have to take place. So, the level of crimes will increase. Since those who govern the world are trying to get rid of the intruder. Of course, usually we would have you blend in for awhile before engaging in missions. But due to the interference, your now considered a foreign object in this world."

Setsura frowned, "Then me staying.."

"Naturally, you'll be able to blend in after staying for a long period of time anyway. Eventually you will no longer be a foreign existence. However, if you stay here normally without us guardians intervening. Your memories will be reset by those who control the laws of the world. Everything you built here, and all the relationsh.i.p.s will vanish."

Her eyes widened when she heard Katakura's words, she didn't think the effect would be this severe. Forget everything, if she stays here normally? Now she has another reason to do her mission.

"Also, you're mission. You have a time limit."

"How long?"

"If you don't complete it within a year, we will send you back in the circ.u.mstances before we made contact with you."

Before they made contact, is there a chance to return to the time of the accident? Maybe that wouldn't be so bad.

"You're memories of this time will also be erased."

So, she won't be able to stop the event from happening? Setsura frowned, "And if I succeed?"

"Naturally, we will let you stay here with you're memories in tac," Katakura nodded. "The amount of cases for you is extreme because of the interference. But, we can still control the situation from here. So, you don't have to worry about it too much."

.....

Present

Thinking about the exchange, Setsura deeply sighed. How troublesome, would things have really made any difference if she remained with Lyra? Due to the interference, she became someone with a foreign presence. An unwanted object. Even if Akito didn't help her, she would have eventually ended up solving cases. Setsura doesn't bother replying to Akito, and instead leaned forward until she was positioned on his lap. "Akito, can I kiss you?"

Akito smiled, and cupped her cheeks. "You know, even though you said that so easily. Your bright red like a tomato."

"Quiet, jerk."

"I wonder if you understand the effect of your actions on me Miss Setsura," Akito mumbled.

Setsura wanted to look away knowing that Akito's touch would only make her blush more. But, she couldn't with his hands on her face as she laid her head on Akito's chest. Akito ran his hands through her hair. "Are you happy?" he repeated this again. Despite her not answering his previous question. Akito directed her to another one. What a foolish man, even now as she lay in his arms. Setsura could sense how uneasy he was, how afraid he was. Akito, he doesn't have to worry so much. 

"I'm happy," Setsura agreed. "But, I'll be happier if you stop brooding. Don't sulk, do you really think I'd leave you?"

"What happened earlier.."

Setsura shook her head, "I won't judge you for it, nor will I blame you. I won't even comment on it since that would be rude."

"But you, even if you are strong Setsura. You've always thought I didn't have any other girls. I worried about this for a long time, I didn't know how to tell you. Whenever I saw her serving you, I became very panicked."

Setsura rolled her eyes at that comment, "Did you think she would reveal your secret?"

At that comment Akito flinched and Setsura sighed. "So, you were afraid of being busted. No wonder I suddenly stopped seeing that girl around."

Indeed, quite some time has passed since she last saw this girl. So, Akito was worried huh? When they weren't dating, Akito didn't bother keeping her away. In fact she was one of the first people to serve her since she arrived. Akito clearly trusted her. 

"Look, there is nothing between us anymore Setsura."

"Hmmmm," Setsura looked him up and down. "Then, why are you acting so nervous about everything?"

"Well, I don't want you to feel uncomfortable about this entire thing."

"The one who is expressing discomfort is you."

It doesn't bother her as much as it did before. But now Akito appears to be the one fretting about it. She turned back to the meals, "I want more."

Akito laughed, "Your a hidden glutton aren't you?"

She puffed her cheeks up annoyed at his words. "You shouldn't call a girl fat!" Setsura exclaimed.

"You sure? Your getting a little plump lately, I'm a bit concerned."

Gah, is she really getting fat? Setsura looked herself up and down. It doesn't seem like she has gotten fat. She examined her arms carefully. But, she couldn't see a trace of what Akito was talking about. Rather, it looks like she has lost weight instead.

*UNEDITED*