Saiko knows where Maman is. Actually, Urie does too, but he’s too much a coward to come with her, because if he sees Maman he’ll feel bound to arrest him.
Saiko though? She doesn’t feel obligated. She didn’t even choose this life.
But she did choose Maman. He’s her Maman. She loves him, and dammit, she’s gonna find him.
As for Mutsuki, she doesn’t even know. She’s worried about that boy. He needs Sasaki to help him.
“Oh my god, you are terrible at hiding,” Saiko announces as she strolls into Re.
Kaneki Ken drops his coffee.
“Really? Why are you so obtuse? I realize you were just executed, but still. What if next time they actually catch you?!” Saiko puts her hands on her hips.
“I have no idea who this girl is, but I like her,” Nishiki announces.
“You’re one of the Quinx.” The manager approaches. “Why did you come to find him?”
“Because I like seeing him alive!” Saiko shakes her head. “I watched you die and it was horrible.”
Kaneki’s face falls. Saiko cared if he died? The Quinx all cared?
Of course they did.
“Ken.” Touka points to Saiko. “You said the Quinx were your family. Be a dad.”
She flushes at Nishiki’s wink.
“Saiko, I do miss you.”
“So why? Mutsuki’s losing his mind – he’s been sick since Rushima. Urie’s closed off. I have no one and it’s like we meant nothing to you!”
“Because I – I am not Sasaki!” Kaneki squeezes his eyes shut.
“Yes you are, you blockhead!” Saiko growls. “You’re Sasaki and Kaneki Ken. Sasaki is a part of you. Don’t forget him and don’t forget us! Now, apologize.”
Kaneki’s eyes moisten. “I really am sorry.”
“Good.” She opens her arms, and Kaneki falls into them.
Mercy and Magic 