Akame ga Kill: Starting with Dual Kamui-Chapter 156: Extra: Kurome (1)

"Kurome, your body still hasn't recovered from the damage caused by those drugs. In fact, without specialized treatment, it's almost impossible for you to recover on your own."

Akame spoke seriously to Kurome. "I've heard that there's a secret spring within the Empire's territory that can help restore your body. Come with me."

"Alright, I'll listen to you, but I want Blayn to come with us too."

Kurome sat beside Akame, the two sisters leaning against each other. Ever since their relationship had improved, they had been inseparable.

"Blayn? I'll ask him later."

Akame had no reason to refuse Kurome's request.

"I've noticed that whenever Blayn overuses his abilities, his body becomes extremely weak, and even his eyes start bleeding. If this keeps happening, I'm worried his body might suffer serious problems."

Kurome voiced her concerns. She had first noticed this back when she and Blayn fought the Super-Class Danger Beast "Death Tagool" in the Seiga Cave. After witnessing the toll it took on him, she couldn't help but worry—especially since she wasn't aware that Blayn's body could recover on its own.

"I see. Let's go find him and ask him to come with us."

Akame nodded, understanding how Kurome felt.

"Mm, thank you, sister."

Kurome smiled.

...

Before long, Akame and Kurome found Blayn in the royal palace, playing chess with the young Emperor.

Just as they arrived, the game had reached its conclusion.

"I lost again... That's ten defeats in a row..."

The young Emperor looked utterly dejected, nearly collapsing onto the chessboard in frustration.

Against Blayn, even if the "Great Han Chess Sage" Liu Qi himself were here, it wouldn't have made a difference.

"Don't be discouraged. You've improved a lot, Makoto."

Blayn patted the young Emperor's head reassuringly.

He was the only one who dared to call the Emperor by name and casually pat his head. Even Esdeath, despite her authority, usually addressed him with a respectful "Your Majesty" in public, as she was mindful of formalities.

"Ugh... I want another match!"

The young Emperor quickly regained his fighting spirit.

"Blayn, Your Majesty, Kurome and I are sorry to interrupt."

Akame entered and spoke directly.

"Akame, Kurome, do you need something from me?"

Despite being interrupted, the young Emperor showed no sign of annoyance. He was naturally kind and simple-minded—besides, Akame and Kurome were Blayn's companions, and Blayn had helped him eliminate Minister Honest.

"No, Your Majesty, we're here to find Blayn."

Akame explained.

"Oh, I see. Then go ahead and talk."

The young Emperor nodded. "Blayn, make sure to play chess with me again sometime!"

"No problem."

Blayn nodded, then followed Akame and Kurome out of the palace.

...

As they walked through the palace grounds, Akame explained their purpose.

"I was planning to take Kurome to the secret spring I mentioned before to help her recover, but she wants you to come with us too."

Akame's tone was as neutral as ever.

"...Me? Why would I need to go?"

Blayn was confused—he had no reason to visit the spring.

"Blayn, your eyes must be a huge burden on your body, right? I'm worried something might happen to you, so I want you to come with us to recover."

Kurome stared into Blayn's eyes.

"I appreciate your concern, but my body is perfectly fine. I don't need any kind of recovery treatment."

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Blayn smiled. Kurome's worry touched him, but he genuinely had no issues.

"I don't believe you! If you don't come with us, then I'm not going either!"

Kurome suddenly turned stubborn.

"Kurome, don't be so unreasonable..."

Akame tried to persuade her, feeling anxious when she saw her sister refuse to go.

"...Fine. I'll go with you. Happy now?"

Blayn sighed in defeat—he had no way to argue with Kurome when she got like this.

"Good, then let's go."

Hearing Blayn agree, Kurome instantly dropped her stubborn act and returned to her usual blank expression.

With that, Blayn, Akame, and Kurome boarded a flying Special-Class Danger Beast and set off for the secret spring...