Izaya has visions of a childhood friend. Akane is arriving to Ikebukuro to strike a deal with Izaya. And she doesn't come back as Akane Nagoya, but as the famous Maron Shimizu, legendary Renaissance woman of modern times. All Akane ever wanted was to catch up on old times and finish the business she came here for. But when she sees Izaya, is it really all she wants? Izaya just can't seem to figure this human out. Which makes her more interesting. He feels like he's seen her before, but from where and when? And can he keep her at arm's length, or will he finally find his match? Read this fanfiction to find out what will become of Akane and Izaya!

The story is placed a year after the start of Durarara!! SH There is a newcomer in Ikebukuro, in whom Izaya takes interest. A game of cat and mouse soon grows into rivalry or is it something else? The story focuses on complicated love and ambitions of characters. But on the other hand the reader gets an insight of inner battles of characters. I do not own characters or durarara "Keep reading. It's one of the most marvelous adventures that anyone can have." ― Lloyd Alexander

I hate him so much. And how I got stuck dealing with him, I have no idea. I mean, how does someone go from watching anime, to being part of one? That's something I'll never understand, but I guess I'll have to live with it. It was bad enough watching him ruin other people's lives, but now he gets to ruin mine.