Unlike the other Zodiac members who fear or pity Akito, Shigure’s love is described as "cruel." He intentionally provokes Akito to break the curse, not out of pure altruism for the others, but to have Akito all to himself—free from the burden of the God-Zodiac connection.

The second episode of Fruits Basket: The Final , titled shifts the spotlight toward the intense psychological battle within the Sohma family, specifically focusing on the toxic relationship between Akito and Shigure. This episode is a pivotal moment in the final season as it begins to dismantle the remaining mysteries surrounding the God and the Zodiac bond. Plot Summary: The Truth Behind the Bond

The episode dives deep into the complex history between and Akito . Shigure reveals more about his motivations, which are often shrouded in calculation and indifference. We see a significant flashback to Shigure’s childhood, showing that his obsession with Akito is rooted in the "dream" they all shared of a timeless, unchanging bond.