[Whereas Ren always required assistance in getting in and out of palaces, Akechi always did it alone. Opportunities are far more apparent to him on the fly. Of course, he knows that Ren is no less capable, but he hasn't survived in the same way. With the same instincts. There is no chance that he would've gotten arrested in the same way Ren did. He counted on him going off alone, even if the rest was a ploy to trick him in return. They knew what he would count on, but they knew what Ren would do, and thus, they were able to shape it the way they needed.
Complicated. But also: true.
He twists between buildings. There's more glass on the ground when he'd like, but he finally finds an apartment complex that has its door torn off but most of its windows are intact. For now. He motions for Ren to follow him, taking the stairs up to the third floor before he stops. They're in a hallway, but away from any windows. Safe, at least for now.
He places his hand against a wall and leans against it somewhat as he tries to cool down to the best of his ability.
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Complicated. But also: true.
He twists between buildings. There's more glass on the ground when he'd like, but he finally finds an apartment complex that has its door torn off but most of its windows are intact. For now. He motions for Ren to follow him, taking the stairs up to the third floor before he stops. They're in a hallway, but away from any windows. Safe, at least for now.
He places his hand against a wall and leans against it somewhat as he tries to cool down to the best of his ability.
Don't worry. The punch is coming.]