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I had followed Kyojuro into the forest. We hadn't strayed too far from our hiding place but also not too close. On the off chance that someone was in this forest if they found our hiding place that would be a problem.

I stood against him a sturdy wooden stick in hand, he used his sword but kept the cover on it. I took a step forward before lunging towards him. Bringing the stick up it clashed with his sword. He had blocked it easily and before he could send his own attack I had already moved out of the way. Holding my stick up in defence I waited for him to move forward.

He was fast. I barely had time to move my stick but I was able to block his swing. I was pushed back in the process but kept standing.

He looked delighted that I had blocked it and backed away.

"I'm impressed I didn't think you knew anything."

I gave a simple smile in return, "My brother use to secretly teach me, but he never let me hold anything sharp. I'm definitely no pro but I can hold my own."

We went on awhile longer. I continued to use the stick switching between attacking and defending.

Eventually the two of us stopped for a quick rest.

"Well, you won't get anywhere holding a stick forever. A sword is a lot different." Approaching me he held out his sword.

I looked at it and hesitantly reached my hand out.

"Are you sure?"

He nodded his head and dropping the stick I took the sword into my hand.

"Good now trying holding it like you did the stick," placing both hands on the handle I held the sword, "Now move that hand down just a bit.. perfect!"

I stared at the sword in my hand it was much heavier than the stick but not hard to handle.

Kyojuro reached over for the stick before standing back in proper form.

"Give it a try, attack me."

My hand gripped tightly around the handle and I rushed forward. I aimed for his side and like usual he blocked it.

"How does it feel?"

I shook my head, "It feels different. The sword is not as light as the stick, but I'm really excited."

"Well, that's enough for one day. I'll get you your own as soon as I can." Kyojuro dropped the stick and I returned his sword.

Holding my hands outwards I looked down at them.

This was the first time I had ever used a sword.

It was so much more different than a stick or a fake. It was a shame Tanjirou never let me use one sooner.

"Come on let's head back before it gets too dark."

I nodded my head and followed him back towards the camp.

When we returned I had finally shared the information I learnt from the book.

"I see so there is a head demon of this place. If I had to guess the one I'm looking for is probably someone close to them." Kyojuro said in thought.

"Well looks like ill just be running around the place tomorrow looking for them which means you might want to stay away from me." He said letting out a chuckle.

"I'll just hide in the library so it'll be fine."

Kyojuro grabbed onto my wrist and I turned to look him in the eyes.

"That man you met before. You be careful we don't know who he is or if he's with those demons. If he does anything to you just call my name and I'll be there in an instant."

"Okay!" I grinned and pulled him in for a hug.

He hugged me back in response and rubbed my back.

We stayed like that for a while.

It was obvious Kyojuro needed one after everything he had been through. The slow rhythm of his hand was lulling me into slumber.

I couldn't help but close my eyes as I fell asleep against his chest.

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