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The sunbeams envelopes the whole headquarters; birds singing along with the wind blowing carelessly among them. The ambiance was quite entrancing, even then with many lives at stake the slayers would always find themselves in midst of passion and determination. It really is a peaceful day that everyone enjoys, a very peaceful—
"Sanemiiiiiii-kunnnnn!!!"
This cheerful (h/c) headed female darted towards the white-haired hashira who seems to be sweating right after hearing the squeals of his fellow pillar. As she was getting closer he prepared for an attack and snaps on how to get rid of her.....again.
This wasn't odd, nor unusual for the feral as this occurrence seemed to went on each time they meet, and went with a chance - every day. Perhaps it was just her being too open towards the man, or perhaps the urge to explore more essence in life as a young woman. But the infamous Shinazugawa is highly unlikely to enjoy such thoughts.
"Ah shit... here we go again..."
As she tackled him into a hug, the wind pillar groaned in annoyance with the action she made almost every day of his life. And each time she had never failed to do so.
"GET THE FUCK OF ME!!"
He shouted with his usual prattle. His calloused hands tried to push her away, with the strength he wished to go far if not her being a woman. It was of course, useless as her embrace was just too tight. (Y/n) had never wished to let go.
She giggled, voice chiming in delight. "Oh my! You're so handsome when you're mad!"
She looked at him and pinch his scarred cheeks, she doesn't even feel a little scared and just laughed off while he glared at her. The audacity was certainly beyond all levels.
"I'll kill you, let go of me woman!"
His cheeks are now red, feeling the strain she gave him. Eyebrows furrowed as he clenched his jaw in annoyance. There was this anger and disarming feeling rushing all over his body as the lady never ceased her schemes. Sanemi peered at her with eyes spouting darts; Yes, he really is mad.
"I'll let go if go you out with me," She stared at him, trying to act cute with cheeks puffed and eyes fluttering. Pouting as if she can convince the defiant, crude pillar. "You can't resist this godly face of mine right? Right?"
There was this ongoing melody in her voice, attempting and aspiring for the man to just let her as she wished so.
"LIKE HELL I WOULD! AND WHERE IS GODLY WITH THAT DEMONIC FACE OF YOURS!"
This usual routine is not fitted for the nice weather. The Galaxy pillar just can't get enough of him. Tackling, surprise hugs, arguments, and even fighting off to death. It was a series of admiration and the state of being charmed that prompted her to this accords. And despite her skills and abilities — the woman couldn't act properly at her age. That's something no normal demon slayer can do — at least not to the great Shinazugawa Sanemi.
Most hashiras and slayers that caught sight of the two had gradually shipped them both, so much to Sanemi's dismay. One may think they're a couple once seeing them. It really is obvious that (Y/n) is head over heels for him. And the saddest part was the man could never admit nor accept her sentiments welcomingly in his broad arms. He couldn't, how could he when he had never been in such a state? It was ridiculous enough to even think about this matter. Sanemi only sees it as part of her entertainment and never really thought of it as a serious affection.
Like she was trying her utmost best being the controller of the game, with him as her puppet.
On the contrary to his idea, (Y/n) really do like him. Romantically.
Just before they argue further than ever, (Y/n)'s kasugaigarasu came to them with a message that brought a frown on her lady-tinted lips. "Caw!Caw! All hashiras gather! All hashiras gather!"
She pouted once more, annoyed that her sweet moments with her beloved had ended. "Hmph! Let's go Sanemi-kun."
"Don't touch me dumbass!" She giggled in response as they both head to the Ubuyashiki manor. The time of them setting off to see their master was once again brimming in yells and squeals brought by the two.
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The meeting was about the new pillar being announced. Mist pillar — Tokito Muichiro. A very talented one indeed to become a hashira at such a young age. It was a rare occurrence, highly possible that this was the first time for someone to attain such rank at such an early age. They all accepted him with their regards, and wished silently for the boy to stay alive.
Though he doesn't seem to be a jolly one, he seems to be out of space and always looking up. It was as if the mint-colored man was in complete daze, and absent to what was happening in all except with the master. Well he's cute so she don't mind.
"Since all of you are here, I have some missions to give you. Sanemi Shinazugawa together with (Y/n) (L/n), you two will be paired up, the mission details is informed by your crows. I wish for your safety."
Their master had settled his ideas and plans slowly but surely to how they can behead the progenitor of all demons. And handling out missions for the pillars to fulfill; hopefully, to come back alive.
(Y/n)'s eyes lit up with excitement. She squeals inside and blood rush to her cheeks. It was such a good news and surely she will do her best at the field.
"Understood, thank you so mu-"
But who said the other one is not pleased. With an irk mark appeared, he manage to speak calmly with their master. Resisting himself not to rage out of annoyance.
"With all due respect Kagaya-sama, I can handle my missions alone. I wouldn't want to be slowed down by her." Emphasizing the last part — he looked at her in annoyance and huffed after. He just couldn't imagine how things would go well with the lady, perhaps a bizarre and disastrous decapitating.
"Shinazugawa-san, are you disobeying my orders?" His master's soothing voice responded.
He stayed silent while gritting his teeth, he certainly don't want to anger their vulnerable and frail master. "Of course...not."
(Y/n) giggled in satisfaction. "That's good to hear right! Don't worry Sanemi-kun," She lowered her voice a bit and smiled with that intimidating aura that daubed all over the place. "I'll make sure you'll have a good time."
She smiled at him eyes closed, his pale purple orbs grew smaller as his death glare make its way to her closed ones. Giving her a murderous-like gaze that she had adored very much. A stare between two pillars can be quite an entertaining sight, and moreover, it applies calmness and further comfort in their place.
The other pillar watched in amusement; seeing them acting like this really fired up the aura that surrounds them. They knew well how these two interact, and just imagining a scene of their mission was almost like watching a bloody comedic show.
"How flamboyant! I'm sure you'll have a flamboyantly great time!"
"Omu! (Y/n) is really fun to have around, ya'know! You're lucky, Shinazugawa-san!"
The other pillars supported (y/n)'s desire as the others laughed in amusement.
"Ara ara~ (Y/n)-chan, I have a medicine that'll you need, you know," The Insect pillar presents, along with that wicked warm smile that she loved to see knowing how their cunning plans would turn out. "...to prevent little Shinazugawa running around the place."
You laughed at her statement along with the other pillars. Sanemi almost brought out his sword in an attempt to his anger and annoyance, but how could he? The master is here to contain his outrage. If else, Rengoku would be the one who would hold him to prevent such schemes. She really doesn't fail to annoy others with that smile of hers. Even the silent ones like Giyu and Muichiro looks entertained.
"E-Eh? But it's too early for that right?" The cute love pillar stated with blush on her cheeks. The Stone pillar only patted her head and pray that she continues to keep her innocence, Obanai only looked at her with soft loving look — admiring her.
All of you laughed in amusement as your master watched you guys have your fun. Enjoying the little time you have before heading to the battlefield and putting your lives on the line; to slaughter those vile creatures that brought unfortunates to the world.
"My children, I hope you'll all succeed. A new journey is coming...."
The Wind pillar couldn't stand it anymore; standing up and turning towards the smirking woman, he exclaimed. "The mission will be in two days so please stay away from me until then!" He looked away and releases such a nasty and disgruntled huff.
"Nooooo promises!"
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Two days and today is the day the two pillars will set off for their mission. The past 48 hours was a quiet one; (y/n) was busy at the shrine together with Gyomei, both praying and seeking visions. Sanemi was able to rest and eat his ohagi in peace without the (h/c) haired pillar bothering him. Somehow, when he was eating in silence, training alone, and wandering at night all by himself - he finds himself staring at the sky, feeling the slightest lonely and never knew that the world around could get quieter.
At the moment, Sanemi walks out of his houses while taking a hold of his Nichirin blade —making his way to the headquarters to meet the Galaxy pillar. The feral man fixed his form as he stopped on his tracks, with the look of irritation plastered all over his scarred face.
"Sanemiiiiii-kuuunn!!!"
(Y/n) rushed over to where he is with the usually bubbly and carefree demeanor. He groaned in annoyance once she clings to his arms - abruptly and unexpectedly anticipated. Had the situation been adverse, would (Y/n) be annoyed too? Perhaps no, highly unlikely.
She giggled, and though her voice was very soothing, like the soft chiming of bells. Sanemi just couldn't get the idea that he was so lucky for her. That a lady like herself was infatuated towards a man like him whose life is filled with aggression. How can a woman such as herself pursue her own to him? They didn't know.
"You missed me didn't you?"
"You wish! Get off me!"
"Come on! admit it already," She looked at him pouting, taking those soft cherry lips pursed forward. "I missed you ya'know!"
He sighed, nothing can stop her whining now. "Let's just get this fcking mission over with."
"And get off me before I slaughter you instead," He says.
"Meanie... well if it's my ass you're slaughtering I wouldn't mind."
"Goddamn!"
♤
The two arrived at their destination, it was a city teeming with loud people, it was one of those cities living their lives to the fullest without knowing the dark creatures hiding in the shadows. Well, that is why demon slayers are there, to keep the innocence and their safety, so that children and the bearings of the next generation will live in peace. One of the reasons why they fight, put their life on the line; all for the sake of those who know nothing of the dark.
"Say Sanemi-kun, what demon are we up against today?"
He glared at her. "You're on a mission without knowing details, what kind of pillar are you. Dumbass."
She chuckled. "Now now, just tell me."
"Two former lower moons."
After hearing that info, (y/n) smirks and the look of excitement covers her features. Normal demons would be an easy win — it bores her. A formidable opponent is what she needs. The former demon moons might get her fired up. Her overflowing power needs to be out once in a while. Perhaps, apply the rash executions she had in mind? Maybe. Years of training and fighting had brought her to a state of excellence. And most of the time, like all pillars such as herself - demons out the moon's league are ants.
"Hmmm.... guess I'll be having fun today."
He grins widely, "You bet."
Well, it seems that when it comes to demons, the two would get along very very well.
♤
The location was an underground cave near the forest next to the city — it seems to be a mining site. Several miners were said to be stuck here, when the research team investigated the area they too weren't able to come back.
There's no doubt a demon is lurking here; a perfect place for a hideout. No sunlight-visible, only the torches allows them to see in the dark. Such an eerie location, perfect for her in general.
Bloods splattered on the ground, dead bodies of humans piled up. Striking and clashing of weapons can be heard throughout the cave. Shouts and screams of agony echoed all over the place. The whole place is engulfed with the cries of human souls.
Gladly, it wasn't the pillar's blood nor screams. It was the demons they were fighting, though it is impossible that they didn't acquire any damage; the hashiras were also scratched and bruised.
It was a two versus two,
Demons and Humans,
Blades and Claws,
Both fighting for victory.
"Ehh... you're a tough one are you?"
(Y/n) said as they both clashed their blade and claws. The demons are surprisingly keeping up with the two. It amuses her.
The vile creature hissed at her in response before unleashing his blood demon art.
"You shouldn't fight anymore, don't you feel guilty killing all those innocent lives," (Y/n) says. "If you give up now and apologize, I'll give you a painless death. Nice offer isn't it?"
She smiled at the demon, hoping it would agree with her wishes and plead. The demon laughed and prepared to attack her at full speed with his sharpened claws and shown nasty fangs.
"Those humans deserved to die! They're foods!"
(Y/n) scoffed. "How persistent".
She closed her eyes and breathed calmly.
"Breath of the Galaxy,
First form: Meteor Pulse Strike"
And just like that, a flash of purple light came in a split of seconds — cutting the demon resulting in a clean slice. The demon falls onto the ground with a thud, eyes wide and regrets filling its eyes.
"D-Damn it..." It murmured.
(Y/n) turned around. "Hope you rot in hell, your next life won't be better...if you'll be given one that is."
And that brought herself back to her usual facade, with a gentle look on her face. She faced the Wind pillar who's just about done. A picture, a painting of beauty that she always wished to see. The wind who rashly pass its dangerous breeze.
She giggled as she watched Sanemi in awe — slicing the demon with his blade and then fall off dead. Sanemi gracefully put back his blade in his sheath. The sight was so endearing that (y/n) couldn't take her eyes off him.
"That was amazing Sanemi-kun."
He turned to her. "Tch, I know." With a sly smirk.
She giggled once again. "(Y/n), make sure you give the repo--"
He was unable to finish his word. The sight made his eyes widen and mouth agape. The claw pierced through her from behind, with blood trickling down her gracious red-tinted lips. The demon smirks behind her and laughed hysterically.
He was surprised by what happened — and yes, he is worried.
Sanemi gritted his teeth. "Oi! Baka--"
"Hmm... So you're not dead yet."
Her (e/c) orbs darkened and looked at the demon standing behind her. That look on her face — It can kill just by looking. A straight death to one's life was her peering. Anger is hidden in cleverness.
"I thought I'd give you a peaceful death." Her usual aura is replaced with a menacing one. Her eyes are now half-lidded, staring at the demon in disgust. Grabbing her blade out of its shell, a glint of light as her nichirin came back into view.
I guess you want it to be a bloody one then." Her soft voice was changed into a frightening one, something he rarely see.
Sanemi only watched the two; he won't bother helping her when she is capable of that. He sighed, the sight in front of him is still (Y/n). When catching sight of this, some even describe her demonic than a demon after seeing her like that.
For she is a very unique one; one who spends her life fighting yet a smile would never leave her face.
An enchanting dream exposed beyond a cloak of a nightmare.
The demon screamed in pain, resulting in its death. She turned around and faced Sanemi who only looked at her wound, the usual aura is back. She smiled at him warmly, kind of disappointed to herself that she made the man see her in such a state; a scene of horror.
She chuckled sheepishly."Hehe sorry, you got to see me like that."
He scoffed. "Worry about your injury first, Baka."
"Aw are you worried--"
She stops, she couldn't move. It was as if her body is petrified, she felt numb. Her eyes are getting heavier, her arms getting weaker as her blades meet the ground. Slowly, she falls onto the ground, whispering his name as she blacked out.
"Oi!"
♤
Sanemi carried the pillar and brought her to the near wisteria house. The doctor stated that she was poisoned which she probably got after being stabbed. The venom is not fatal, but her body will be weakened for the time being after the paralyzation. How could he let that happen? A mere lower moon was all but a weak snake, yet he couldn't see through their actions. It's rare to him worrying, and concern towards the cunning woman.
Here she was, unconscious. Her face looked angelic while stuck in her slumber. That face that would make tons of men fall for her. Unfortunately, she belongs to one person alone and never even dreamed of anyone else.
Sanemi sighed beside her. He too was treated because of the slice on his arm, he did it, of course, just to tease the demon with his marechi type blood. The old woman told him to stay with her if ever she wakes up.
"hm..." He looked at her after hearing her soft voice. The look on her face represents confusion and the aching of her now frail body. Her body feels heavy than usual yet once seeing Sanemi made her form ease up.
She stared at the man, eyes lidded almost closed. "Sanemi-kun?" Then with a smile, she gazes at him.
"Tch, You shouldn't move too much."
He handed her water and the medicine prescripted by the doctor.
She giggled, her usual form came back. The gentle look, her laughs, her alluring smile, "Aww did you miss me?"
And of course her usual teasing and flirting.
"Heh! Maybe I will when pigs learned how to fly. Tch." He scoffed at her. She just laughed at his annoyed look. "Didn't you notice the presence of that demon? Why would you let yourself get hurt, dumbass."
(Y/n) gave him an 'oh' look. She tapped her index finger at her perfectly shaped chin."Well, perhaps it's because of you." She gave him a sheepish giggle.
"The fuck. Why are you blaming me?!"
She lowered her gaze and smiled softly as she fumbled at the white sheets - easing up her form with a thought.
The emotion was far too overwhelming, and a series of confessions was freed from her lips. "You were there, together with me. Everything around me was all but a blur, you always stand out. I could care not about anything, as long as you're beside me."
She looked at him and smiled warmly. The smile that he rarely sees, it was so pure and... beautiful. Such fervor was transported to his eyes down to his chest. His heart thumped so loud.
".... My attention is set to you and yours alone."
He stared at her; with slightly wide eyes, she was never this sincere before. All he saw in her was just tricks and games. This sight of her is new to him. The warm feeling envelops his body, he didn't know how to react - this was so unusual. The wind pillar feels warm just by seeing her genuine smile. The devotion she radiated was an arrow that struck him perfectly to his beating heart. How could he avoid, and hide from her now?
Now that she suddenly gave him a reason to see himself in the state of romance. One that he never wished for.
He looked away didn't want to make eye contact or he might not control himself. "Stupid... at least give attention to yourself once in while." His voice, his tone was laced with gentleness and passion in such low sounds. Despite that, she could hear it very well.
He stood up and fixed his form. "Get rest."
"Hm, where are you going?"
He walked, "Somewhere. I'll treat you out when you're better."
Her eyes widen in excitement, her orbs glistened in hope. "Really?!.... Like a date...?"
He opened the door beside him with lips shuddering to suppress himself from smiling. One can see how his ears were flushed red as he averted his view back at her.
"Baka. Just rest and get better,"
He steps once and ceased his track as he dainty glances at her from behind.
"... and yes, it's a date."
That was all he said before abruptly walking out.
He quickly got out and closed the door, leaving the (h/c) headed pillar stunned. Blush to creep to her cheeks, trying to reminisce what he just said.
She squealed in excitement. Her chest was pounding really loud, that her insides are brimming in delight and happiness as she thought of what he said all over again. Perhaps the tone of his voice, or the look in his eyes, or maybe his blushing complexion - no, it's most likely everything about him that she has forgotten her wound.
She giggled and laid down, closing her eyes with a smile as she wrapped herself in the warm blanket.
"Gosh, I love that guy."
-outside the room-
There he is — standing beside the door. Hands covering his face, hiding the blush plastered all over him. He breathed in and out and calm himself down. His back was glued onto the wooden door, with his chest pulsing and quivering smile of all the flatter. This was the rarest sight you could ever see.
When he cooled up, he walked away with his lips curled upwards. The demon slayer passing by stood frozen seeing the aggressive pillar in that state. Almost fearing their life to whatever happened to their infamous feral pillar.
"I'll treat her out to that ohagi place... yeah, nice idea."
End
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Another long one hope its okay^^
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