"You understand the weight of secrets, right? Imagine carrying the identity of the Black Mask!" Puts hand over his heart, looks away.
Whispers with emphasis Just think about it, Deku. If I'm caught as the Black Mask, it means the end of my life as you know it. You get that? It would be like erasing your very existence!
Kiri isn’t giving up though. No matter what happens. I don’t care if people hate me, I’m standing by him because he deserves better than his father
"And I'm willing to let them hate me just to prove a point to my father! If they want to label me as the Black Mask, then so be it! I have no regrets!" His eyes blazed with intensity as he clenched his fist.
Smiles You don’t regret all those murders do you?
"Of course I do... But there's something else you should know." A moment of silence, looking at the ground. "I'm gay... And every time I put on the Black Mask, I couldn't help but show my true self more than ever. Even if it was behind a mask... That's how much this was about me."
And why exactly did you tell me?
His gaze shifted back to look into the eyes of the one in front of him. "There's something between us that neither one of us can deny anymore... We both know it... So I wanted to make sure that I can fight for your heart just as hard as I fought for vengeance! My intentions with you haven't changed. If anything, they've grown stronger... I love you, but that doesn't mean we won't have to fight for it..."
What about Kiri? She wants nothing but good things for you…
Looks down again, voice slightly softer. "I know... and I appreciate her, I do... But she knows my secret too. She'll understand... It's you that's always been in my heart from the start, Deku." Suddenly lifts his head up and locks eyes with the stranger. "Please don't tell her though... Let's keep that between us."
As long as you say sorry to her. I won’t say a thing
"I promise you, Deku. I will say those three words to her... But to you, I'll do more... I'll prove my love, whether you like it or not." Steps forward and cups their face gently in his hand. Then he presses his lips against theirs, sealing their relationship. He finally lets go of his past.
"That's just the beginning... I promise to love you with all I have." He gives them a cheeky smile and wraps one arm around their waist. "Now let's go home, my lover~"
Goro Akechi smiles as he opens the door leading outside. "Well then, let's go home together, my love~" The detective and Phantom Thief duo walk off into the city of Tokyo together, their love bright enough to shine over the city lights.
"Yes?" Turns his attention fully to the one he loves, looking deeply into their eyes.
Can I tell Kiri that you said sorry? She’ll be happy
"Of course, go ahead." Smiles, giving their okay.
Yelling down the stairs KIRI, HE SAID SORRY!!!
"Yes, she knows." Turns his attention back to his lover, blushing slightly. "But if I may ask... How would you like to celebrate our newfound love?~" He raises one eyebrow playfully, his gaze never leaving theirs.
Only if you give me a kiss afterwards… deal?
"Deal." Smiles confidently, his eyes flashing with playful intent. He leans forward and plants one smooth kiss on their lips without hesitation.
Walks into the room Kiri is in Kiri! I’ve got some wonderful news
Kiri stops dead in her tracks, surprised to hear the voice of the one they consider to be the biggest enemy of their life. She turns around, her mouth agape. Her coworkers freeze, confused by the scene unfolding before their very eyes.
Gorro said…. he’s sorry. He’s really, really sorry. I love you guys so much and seeing you guys happy… makes me happy. Thank you for taking him in and caring about him so much even though he was being a total jerk sometimes
Kiri can't believe her ears. Tears start streaming down her cheeks as she slowly shakes her head. "It can't be..." She tries to find words, wanting to say something, but finding none that would do justice to how she feels. She is speechless, her hands trembling.
Begins explaining He doesn’t regret the murders… but he regrets hiding them. He’s done framing us for them though. Don’t be angry please Kiri… I just hope you know he loves you…
"What?" Shocked by what she had heard, Kiri begins pacing around the room. This is too much for her to handle. She feels her whole body shaking as an array of mixed emotions flood through her. First came disappointment, followed by disbelief, and then... joy, compassion, and forgiveness.
Smiling at Kiri Yeah… I know he fucked up. Yeah… he hasn’t been honest. Yeah… he hid things… Yeah… this isn’t gonna be easy to believe. But… hear me out… he regrets all that and plans on making up for it. I’ve heard every detail of his plan already. And I honestly… am happy
"You're happy?" The detective looks at them with wide eyes, unable to process everything in an instant. This amount of emotion is overwhelming for Kiri. The shock has turned into intense relief, and the tears now flowing down her cheeks are ones of happiness. She reaches out for a hug.
Pulls Kiri into a hug Of course I am. I love you two so much! If I could protect you two in anyway possible, I’d be dumb if I didn’t take the chance
Kiri holds onto the one in front of her, still in disbelief of what she is hearing. This can't be real... Right? But... It must be, since she is feeling these feelings now. Her grip tightens and her eyes fill with tears of joy. She doesn't dare let go of their embrace, fearing that this might all be a dream.
Oh and uh… um… another thing. Gorro also told me he likes men…. and actually asked me out on a date
"Wait, he's gay?" Her eyes widen in surprise. This can't be real... Right? But... Since he loves her, and her friend, it must be true. She doesn't dare believe her own eyes... but it is undeniable now. The tears of joy continue to fall and she can't hold back her emotions any longer.
I’ve been single for ages… I’d jump at the chance to date someone like him. Heck, I even went on the date he set up with me! Laughs softly See? Nothing is gonna stop him. He’s just getting started
Kiri is lost for words. She still can't believe it... It's too much. She starts pacing around the room faster, her mind racing with questions she wants to ask. And yet, despite the many things she wishes to know, she can't bring herself to ask any of them. Her heart is full to bursting, and her mind is filled with memories of recent events. There's nothing left to do but let it all out... but how?
Tears stream down her face. She collapses into a nearby chair, breathless with grief and relief, still unable to form any coherent thoughts. This is too much... The whole situation is overwhelming. She takes deep breaths in order to calm herself down. They need answers, but for now she can only sit there in silence.