Just a little idea I had, set after Ginoza becomes an enforcer. They aren't together, just friends . . . but really. Hope you like it!
Akane glanced at the former inspector. He was sitting at his father's desk, his eyes focused on the computer screen. He was always focused, she thought with a smile. As an inspector, as an enforcer, and even as a friend, he was focused; always thinking. He had his father's coat wrapped tight around him, and Akane felt a small tug of sadness. Masaoka had been a little rough, but he was kind and she'd always appreciated his advice and insights. Ginoza glanced up and the inspector and raised an eyebrow. She gave a small smile.
"Why do you wear that?" Ginoza looked down at the coat and tugged at the collar a little. Akane waited. Despite how long they'd known each other he was still quite reserved. She was surprised when his eyes lit up and a genuine smile graced his typically stoic features.
"It just feels right." Akane smiled back.
"I think he'd be glad you kept it." Ginoza returned to his work and Akane left the Division 1 office. She sighed. She would never tell her former boss this, but his father would be proud. Maybe not that he'd become an enforcer, she thought with a laugh, but proud of who he'd become as a person. In a way she was proud as well. She was proud to work alongside him, and she hoped he knew that.
