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***Timeskip to two weeks later***
Not much has changed during the next two weeks at the Infinity Castle. The food was still the same, the room was still the same, and your daily routine was still the same. However, something did change. Your feelings for Muzan changed.
Not only that, he changed too. He was no longer the hostile demon who gazed at you with his piercing plum red eyes, but somebody who cared for you and always checked on you each day. Of course, there were times when he probably had a bad day and only came to your room to check with a stern face before leaving. Aside from that though, you had to say it became a lot more enjoyable around him.
But you always tried to assure yourself that you simply started to like his soft side and he was still the dangerous Demon King feared by many. You never wanted to accept the fact that you saw him as a friend, especially something more than that.
Other than that, your leg healed gradually and you were already able to walk around the room despite still falling occasionally. You smiled as you sat down on the floor and stretched your right leg in front of you by pulling your toes to feel the stretch on the hamstring. You were happy that you could start using your full techniques soon. And of course, you couldn't wait to go home to your friends. But a small part of you told you something different. That you preferred to stay.
"I'm impressed at how well your leg is healing, Y/N."
You tilted your head to see the man who inflicted the very injury smirking while leaning on the wall next to you with his arms crossed in front of his chest.
"Yeah, I can't wait to be able to run again."
Muzan squatted down next to you and smiled.
"Don't worry, I know you'll be in your best physique soon."
You smiled back at him and crossed your legs before pulling yourself to lean on the wall. Muzan joined you on your right and you absent mindedly leaned your head on his shoulder. He got used to your little gestures like this, although you still don't know why you had the courage to do it in the first place.
"Y/N..."
"Yeah?"
"If you want, you can go home tomorrow."
You perked your head up and turned to him with a beam on your face.
"Really? For real?"
Muzan nodded.
"Sure. I mean, you've healed pretty much. And I keeping my word with you."
You couldn't believe it. You were actually going home, finally.
"Well thank you so much, Muzan. I'll be taking that offer then."
"I have one condition, though."
You tilted your head.
"What is it?"
Muzan stood up and outstretched his hand to you.
"Come with me to the summer festival tonight."
You were quite shocked at his condition since you thought it would be something bad like having to kill humans first or something. For something like this though, it was an easy answer and you took his hand.
"Sure!"
***Mini timeskip***
You admired yourself in the bathroom mirror as you twirled around in your new outfit which Muzan gave you before leaving. You wore a black kimono with red flowers covering the bottom part. The colors somehow reminded you of Muzan which made your heart skip a beat. You also did your hair in a beautiful neat bun with a red ornament.
↟ imagine it with a red ornament ↟
"Y/N? You done?"
"I'll be right there!"
You stepped out of the bathroom, all ready for the night ahead of you. Muzan smirked as he saw your new outfit.
"I have to say, black looks good on you."
"Oh really? Thanks."
You began walking to him and took his outstretched hand.
"Alright, close your eyes. It's going to be a lot dizzier than last time."
You gulped and shut your eyes close. You then heard a biwa sound and felt the room shifting around you. You thought it would be done but then your hands were placed on something taller than you and you were lifted up by a pair of strong arms which made you yelp a bit. You tried to picture what was happening as you felt the wind blowing your hair away.
"Alright, we're here."
You felt your feet touch the ground before opening your eyes slowly. You gasped and looked in awe as you saw the many lights in the bustling festival. It felt like forever since you stepped your foot outside and you felt like crying happy tears at the sight. Muzan smiled as he stood in front of you, seeing you act like a little girl who is at her first festival.
"Come on, let's get some snacks."
You nodded and walked over next to Muzan as he immediately slipped his hand into yours. Despite you expecting that move already, it still made the feeling in your stomach that you couldn't understand yet.
"Takoyaki for 250 yen! Takoyaki for 250 yen!"
The sound of the cheerful merchant caught your attention and you turned to see one of the stalls with lots of people lining up to get their delicious night snack. Muzan noticed where your attention was focused at and smiled.
"Want some?"
You nodded at him and joined in the long line.
"Well, it's going to take a while, I think."
Muzan sighed and looked at the crowd of people rushing to your right.
"It seems like the fireworks are going to start soon too. Why don't you get over there was to get a good spot? I'll join you later with the takoyaki."
"Alright, see you later."
You smiled and let go of his hand before running into the crowd. Once you were far enough, your smile faded.
Wait, is he testing me? Is he trying to see whether I'll run away or not?
The thoughts stopped you in your tracks as you looked at your surroundings. According to your instinct, there weren't any other demons nearby and you could see the exit of the festival. You began walking slowly towards it, making sure to be aware of the people around you. Your heart was beating so fast, you were worried whether you would regret it later or not. But you stopped. You suddenly stopped walking and turned around.
What am I doing? If I go back, I'll experience hell again.
Another thought then popped in your mind.
Hell? Has it always been hell in there?
You snapped out of your thoughts as you realized what you actually wanted to do. Your heart was screaming one clear thing that you knew you had to do. Stay.
You sighed as you walked to the direction of the crowd and smiled softly.
It is my last night with him. I should cherish it to the fullest, right?
After several minutes, you arrived at the place and looked at the lively crowd who was sitting on the green grass with their families, partners, and friends. Some of them sat on picnic blankets and some even brought their own snacks with drinks. You then looked around tried to find a nice spot with not too many people. You finally found it and sat down on the soft grass. You took a deep breath and closed your eyes as you lifted your head upwards.
Ah, I've missed the fresh air so much.
Your thoughts were then broke by a familiar voice from somewhere behind you.
"Y/N?? Is that you?!"
You quickly stood up and looked behind. Your jaw dropped as you saw who it was. You couldn't believe your eyes.
"Mitsuri?!"
A/N: YEY TIMESKIPPP (⋈◍＞◡＜◍) I decided to speed up this book instead of continuous filler chapters lmao~ ( ˘▽˘)っ And I hope you all enjoy some cute soft Muzan for a bit ♥‿♥ Also I'm sorry if the words are a bit hard to understand hehe I hope you understand the gist of it though ⸜( ˙˘˙)⸝ And hm do u think the kimono is for Muzan's woman form...? (◦'ںˉ◦)
P.S. OMG I GOT ANOTHER 4K SINCE THE LAST CHAPTER??? THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR 18K ALL!! (♥￫ｏ￩♥) I hope I can continue to live up to all of your expectations on the next chapters~ (๑°꒵°๑)･*♡
P.P.S. Honestly I had to reread this whole book again cus I forgot what it was about oof- (▰˘◡˘▰) Definitely not like HatsuneMikulover39 who read it like 75 times already- ƪ(ړײ)ƪ