Hamasaki Sayuri; the only person courageous enough to challenge Akashi Seijuro to a Shogi game, the only person unfazed by his menacing presence, and the only girl capable of making the cold-hearted emperor smile. -- "Seijuro, what's happening..." she sobbed, her tears uncontrollably spilling out from her pained orbs. He looked down at the clueless girl and swore he felt his heart shatter to pieces at the sight. "Shhh, it's okay Princess. I got you," he assured, still caressing her hair lovingly. It was at that moment that he felt an overwhelming feeling consume him. He looked down at the girl and placed a gentle hand on her right cheek. "Sayuri," He had to tell her now, or else he'd regret it for the rest of his life. "I love you."