EPILOGUE:

"Move your hand this way." said Akihiko demonstrating the jab.

"Like this?" mimicked Minako, thrusting hard to the punching bag.

"Yes! See? You're doing so well despite being your first time."

After that fight from Tartarus that got them both killed and revived on the same night, the couple decided to work out for strength and endurance. Minako was thinking of going for a run to enhance her cardio (considering how much air she had to gasp after being revived), but last night Akihiko had something different in mind. He vaguely told her to bring her pair of matching jerseys with him and meet him after school.

She pouted, relaxing her form, "Seriously Aki, I don't see the point of learning how to box when I'm using a Naginata to defend myself."

He scoffed, holding her shoulders from behind, "I want you to learn defending yourself in real life too. You don't bring a spear when you walk around town, don't you?"

"I suppose..."

"Besides," He wrapped his arms around her waist and leaned over to kiss her ear, "I've wanted to spend more time with you."

"A-Aki??" She flinched, blushing bright red, "We're still in school dummy! Let go. What if somebody walks in on us?"

"Relax. I've reserved the boxing club's room for today. No one will walk in on us." He said, sniffing her neck.

Akihiko then noticed that Minako was shaking. "What's wrong?" He whispered wearily. "Don't you like it?"

She pulled away and turned to him, flushed and gritting her teeth, "I've been holding back not to touch you in school because you had a reputation. And then you go and do something like this."

"Are you angry?"

"No!"

Her exclamation stunned Akihiko.

"I mean.." Her shoulders slumped. "I'm not mad at you. I just found it contradicting. I'm the leader. We should be preparing to fight and yet..."

He reached for her chin and leaned in for a kiss. Her lips tasted like cherry.

As he pulled away, Akihiko gazed into the eyes of a stunned Minako. "Did you forget that before all of this fighting, you're my girl?"

She blushed loudly. Who would have thought the cold faced Akihiko would be this soft towards his girlfriend. Surely, the girls in her class would die to see him like this, but Minako felt elated that she's the one who can hoard all of his emotions this way.

"You dork." She pouted.

He let out a bright laugh and leaned in again for another kiss. This time, Minako responded. She wrapped her arms around his neck as he pulled her against his body.

The moment they pulled away, Minako was gasping, her eyes delirious. Being wrapped around his arms was her favorite. She could feel his warmth and smell his cologne. Akihiko touched her lips, as if admiring the very thing he was just enjoying.

"Memento Mori..." She muttered under her breath.

Akihiko raised a brow, "Remember you are human?"

She nodded and giggled, "I know this doesn't really match the mood but.."

"Mhmm." His gaze completely fixed on her lips.

"I've never been glad to be alive." She smiled and gave him a peck on the lips.

He smirked, "Are you tempting me, Arisato?"

She chuckled, "Are you tempted, Sanada?"

Minako rested her forehead to his and they burst out laughing. Even with the setting sun, her face was bright. His smile was clear. Their hearts unblighted. Whatever may come for them, they know, they will be together til the end.

The next few minutes were a blur, but Minako did not regret a single moment with him.

-FINITE-

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EXTRA:

Dorm ● First Floor Lounge ● Coming Home

By the time Minako and Akihiko had come back from their training, Yukari and Junpei were chatting at the sofa. They greeted the two who just came in and noticed they were both in matching jerseys.

Yukari: *eyeing the matching clothes* So, you actually did it?

*Akihiko and Minako glanced at each other nervously*

Minako: What?

Yukari: The work out thingy you told me yesterday. What else?

Minako: O-Of course!

Junpei: I heard senpai taught you boxing. How was it?

Minako: Err... *looking away* It was fine. I don't think I'll be needing it since I use a Naginata all the time.

Akihiko: *cocky grin* Oh but she did enjoy today's lesson? Didn't you?

Minako: *blushing nervously*

*Yukari and Junpei exchanging glances*

Junpei: Was it that good? Maybe I should try doing boxing.

Akihiko: *snickering*

Minako: *glaring* You smooth little....