Chapter 1: First Encounter

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The sun was setting over Tokyo, painting the city in hues of orange and purple. You had just finished a long day at work, feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders. As you walked through the crowded streets, your mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, mostly about the mundane aspects of life. That's when you first saw him.

Aki Hayakawa, a Public Safety Devil Hunter, stood out even in the bustling crowd. His tall, lean figure was adorned in a standard-issue suit, his white hair a stark contrast against the darkening sky. There was a sense of melancholy about him, something that drew you in, a mysterious aura you couldn't quite place.

You'd heard about Devil Hunters, of course. They were the brave souls who fought against the devils that plagued the city. But Aki was different from the stories you'd heard. There was a gentleness in his eyes, a softness that the rumors never mentioned.

As fate would have it, a sudden commotion broke out. A devil, grotesque and snarling, appeared out of nowhere, causing people to scream and scatter. You froze in fear, but Aki sprang into action. With a fluidity that belied his calm demeanor, he drew his sword and engaged the devil.

The battle was over almost as soon as it began. Aki dispatched the devil with a practiced ease, his movements precise and deadly. The crowd erupted in cheers, but he didn't seem to care for the adulation. His eyes met yours for a fleeting moment, and in that brief exchange, something unspoken passed between you.


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