𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐉𝐎 感情 || 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯 𝘴𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳

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Gyutaro noticed the change in Daki's demeanor and observed her interaction with you. He couldn't help but feel intrigued by your presence and wondered what made you so important. "Who the hell are these guys?" He inquired, more to himself than anyone else. As he saw the pained expression in Daki's eyes, he almost connected the dots, realizing that you were indeed (Y/N)—the one Muzan wanted and the reason his sister acted so differently. You were an enigma to him, and he pondered your significance and potential power.

"Warabihime..." You responded to Daki calling your name earlier.

"..." Slowly, she stood up, already having healed completely. She stood silent with her head down as she put her hands on her hips, her attitude turning into one completely different. "HAHAHA! We meet again! Sorry to tell you that Warabihime is not my real name." She exclaimed. "My real name is Daki!" She laughed like a villain while pointing at you firmly. Her laughter and actions seemed to serve as a diversion from her earlier moment of vulnerability. However, you noticed the pain in her eyes, and you knew there was more to her than met the eye.

Just as she was talking, Tanjiro had arrived too, jumping in-front of Uzui with his sword in hand, ready for any attack.

"Shit, fuck me... they keep appearing like cockroaches..." Gyutaro muttered in annoyance.

"HAHAHA! (Y/N)! NOW YOU KNOW MY TERRIBLE SECRET!" Daki smirked, making a villain pose that in your opinion, made her look more silly than anything. Paying attention to her words, you got confused. What was her terrible secret? You stood still, your eyes squinting around the place, trying to think of the answer to her statement.

...

"Uh, you're gay?" You tilted your head. "It's fine if you're gay Daki, I always knew."

"Whu— what? N-No!" Her whole villain demeanor dropped while sadness took her face. Her devastated expression with her pout, plus the puppy eyes made it difficult for you to not coo at her. "M-My secret is that I'm a demon! Upper rank six nonetheless! :( "

"Oh." You accidentally said at loud, not surprised at all. "I mean—I always knew so yeah."

"You... You knew?" Daki asked in disbelief, seeking confirmation from you.

"Yes, I've known for quite some time." You replied with a calm tone, tightening your grip on your sword as you noticed Daki's bewildered expression. Her mouth hung slightly open, lost in thought, and you couldn't help but wonder what was going through her mind.

Daki's thoughts were racing, trying to process the fact that you were aware of her being a demon. Although she had suspected it, the realization that you, a demon slayer, knew her true identity was still shocking. A sudden worry crept into her mind—had you been trying to get close to her only to betray and kill her? Did all the time you spent together meant nothing to you? These thoughts caused her heart to ache.

"Tch." Scoffed. Gyutaro. "Summon all the underlings you want, but there'll be no blissful future waiting for you! You're all going to die anyway, so stop staring with those sparkling eyes!"

Tanjiro's mind was racing as well. He noticed that there were now two demons present, which confused him. He also realized that Daki was not dead, which made him wonder if both demons were part of the Upper Six. The fear and nervousness he felt in the presence of Gyutaro were unusual for him. Tanjiro tried to reassure himself, but the fear kept creeping in, making him question his own emotions.

You noticed Tanjiro's nervousness and felt worried about him. In the original plot, he wasn't this nervous, so you decided you had to do something to help him relax. Remembering how Uzui reassured everyone in the original timeline, you decided to take a bold approach to boost Tanjiro's confidence. At least anything to distract him from getting anxious. Stepping forward, you caught everyone's attention. With anticipation in the air, you closed your eyes briefly and then rapidly opened them, pointing directly at Gyutaro. "HEY! YOU! I HAVE AN IMPORTANT QUESTION TO ASK!"