𝒟𝑜 𝓎𝑜𝓊 𝓉𝓇𝓊𝓈𝓉 𝓂𝑒? [[Inosuke Hashibira x (fem) reader]] (complete)

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Inosuke stood before you, with your blade pointing right above his heart

but he's only looking at you

Before, he misjudged you. He mistook you for a weakling, undeserving of your title as a demon slayer. And yet, he still respected you because you demanded it. Because you were tactful, and kind, and more intelligent than he

He leaned on you for emotional support, even though he'd never say that

However, no relationship can be one way. Back then, he didn't see you or anyone as his equal, he was unmatched

I'm going to change that. I'm going to show you what I'm really capable of. you watch, waiting for his response

"Hell yeah," He replied, drawing both his swords "Show me what you think you've got, then."

You step away from him, keeping eye contact, taking deep breaths

He's standing a few feet away now, waiting.

You know that he's going to dodge your first attack, so you can use this to your advantage

You charged at him, swinging your sword for his head

Inosuke leaped out of the way, just as you predicted he would

You spun on your heels, but he's just as fast

He lunged at you with his swords crossed in an X shape, and you blocked it with your own

Under his weight, it was hard to hold your own. You were visibly struggling in this position, but at least you made sure to support your weight with your good foot behind you

"Ready to give up?" He smirked

"Not a chance." You laughed, pushing off with your sword

With your newfound confidence, the physical power imbalance felt like nothing. He may be heavy like a rock, but you're as light as a feather--cunning, and quick.

He rushed at you, again and again, your swords colliding with each blow

The more you evade his attacks, you observe, the more excited he gets to chase you again

"Damn you, why don't you fight like this when we're in danger?" Inosuke paused, his shoulders rising and falling with each breath

He's catching his breath!

"Very funny," You raised an eyebrow at him, your hand on one hip "You done being a sore loser yet?"

He stood to his full height, throwing one of his swords to the side

This caught you off guard, but you managed to hide your confusion

"I never lose," He says, holding one sword with both hands

You stand firm, your lips pursed What?! Why would he toss his sword? He always fights with two!! Why??

Inosuke ran towards you, bringing his sword down in an overhand swing, which you blocked with your own. In response, you drew back and repeated the same move, and he blocked you as well

The sound of your blades crashing against eachother rang like music to your ears. He's not holding back anymore. This is a real fight.

This is it. We're equals, in strength and mind. He knows

You winced, taking a wobbly step back after feeling an ache in your foot "owww.."

as soon as you did, it was a window of opportunity for your opponent. Inosuke didn't even have to try; he flung his arm outward, sword in hand.

"Wait!-" you falter, scrambling for your weapon but it was knocked from your hands

SHIT! I lost

He stands with his blade's edge pointed at you, inches from your throat

You blinked at him and raised your hands defensively, a light blush tinting your cheeks

"I surrender?"

He sighs impatiently and lowers his sword, tossing it to the side

"If you're this much better than everyone thinks you are, then why are you trying to leave??"

You're frozen; you have no idea how to deal with him now.

You've never seen him sad before, but here he is. He's waiting for your answer, but it's an answer you don't have.

"Don't go."

You swallowed hard, reaching for him as carefully as you would to pet a wild animal

Your hands rest gently on either side of his face and he leans in to you instinctively.

You're still not sure if you want to do it, but this is the only way to break the tension; even if you'd look back on this moment and wish you never left.

It hurts to do this, but you stand on the tips of your toes anyway

"I'm sorry." You whispered, your lips brushing against his "I have to. Remember me, okay?"

At that, you pulled him into a kiss

As close as you were to him, you could faintly feel Inosuke's heart pounding in his chest over your own.

This feeling is what you fought for. This is why you stayed for so long, no matter how much you hated fighting.

At first, he doesn't know what to do, but then you pull away and he places a hand on your waist. You look up at his face and see that his expression looks angry

"Sorry, I don't mean to scare you--" You started but he lifted you up by your legs, your thighs straddling his hips

EEP! His hands are on my...

His lips collide with your own again, this time with more vigor

You were going to say something—but he's too into it now. Why is he so good?! You thought, squeezing your eyes shut

Wrapping your arms around his neck, you part your lips slightly to deepen the kiss and he follows your lead

The way it felt on his lap—that electric shock. It's back

This is dangerous.

"Inosuke, wait" you pulled away from the kiss, panting; You're both out of breath "u-um, let's just go to bed."

He loosened his grip on your thighs and you caught yourself on the ground, turning to pick up your sword

"Why?" He asks, watching you rush

You blushed, gripping the hilt of your sword tighter "ummm...I...I don't know. We're getting too close. I'm still leaving, so this can't work"

He places a hand on the back of his head, feeling guilty

"Does this mean I'm never going to see you again?" He asked, his voice sounding surprisingly timid

You take a good long look at him from the distance you're at

"I don't know." You say before turning and speed walking off into the hallway, leaving Inosuke standing alone in the clearing