Future atsuaku

02 : Flashback

**Flashback: When the stranger who is Atsushi but from another universe found himself in This World**

**FutureAtsuPOV**

"Where exactly am I?" I muttered to myself. "I was sure I was on my way home, but now... why can't I remember anything?!"

Yokohama looked familiar yet different, as if I had stepped into a time before it was scarred by battles. This unfamiliarity gave me an odd sense of

The certainty hit when I saw myself in newspapers and on TV. "This is during our fight against that money man! Did I travel in time or what!!"

Alone in this world, I tried using the tiger's sense of smell to find someone familiar, but the bustling city thwarted my efforts. As I wandered, a strange scent—partly nostalgic, partly unfamiliar—caught my attention.

Following it, I was startled to find someone who looked like a younger version of myself. "Wait, could this be a trap? I should tread carefully."

I spent the evening cautiously exploring when I caught a familiar scent amidst the crowd.

FutureAtsu: "It must be him there is no way to not recognize his scent..."

I hurried toward the source and found him seated on a park bench, lost in thought. It was undoubtedly him. His scent was unforgettable. I approached slowly and spoke.

FutureAtsu: "Looks like I'm not the only one who's found themselves here."

He seemed taken aback to see me, but I sensed a mix of relief and excitement—his heart quickened. I smiled, waiting for him to respond. He stood and spoke.

FutureAku: "Wow ... I really didn't expect to meet you in this kind of situation."

Though his tone was stern, I detected a faint smile. He was glad to have me with him.

FutureAtsu: "Glad to see you *smile*."

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**FutureAku's POV**

Finding myself in this world was surreal, but having the tiger by my side eased my nerves. "why the hell am I feeling this way? I need to stay focused, no time for smiles..."

"Yes, I must concentrate on finding out how we ended up here, not getting distracted but why does he seem to enjoy this situation?" I pondered silently.

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**Reader's POV**

They searched alleys and other locations, even delving into mafia meeting spots, hoping to gather intel on ability users. By 2 AM, they had little to show for their efforts.

FutureAtsu: "Maybe we should rest and continue later."

FutureAku: "Agreed."

They settled on a park bench, gazing silently at the sky.

FutureAtsu: "Ryunosu..."

FutureAku: "How many times must I say it? Don't call me by name. I'm Akutagawa to you."

FutureAtsu: "Ryunosuke~"

FutureAku: "What?!"

FutureAtsu: "Feel free to sleep if you want. I'll keep watch."

FutureAku: "I don't need sleep. I can go without for a night or two if needed."

FutureAtsu: "Stop pretending to be tough. I know you didn't sleep yesterday. While I'm here, you can rest."

Atsushi gently guided Akutagawa's head to his shoulder.

FutureAku: "... You do as you please."

Akutagawa drifted off quickly, clearly exhausted.