Into His World

Chapter 83 - Lift-Off

Warnings: profanity/bad words, flames, sexual content mentioned, aerophobia, fighting, romance and an early chapter release.

Your POV

Aunt Emma got special permission for us to use a giant abandoned stadium. Perfect to practice sparring matches against each other. Keeping up your breathing techniques and sword skills.

The first day felt fantastic to hold your nichirin blade again. Training together every day for the last two months has improved both of your fighting skills

Using star breathing against Tanjiro's water techniques. When suddenly a rush of heat blazes from him.

Flames engulfing the space as they crash through your darkness. Stumbling back while admiring the look of sun breathing mixing with your stars. Tanjiro purposely dodges your body as his sword swings through open air.

Bending over as he holds his knee gasping for air. hinokami kagura leaving him breathless as he tries to recover from using the power.

"That was amazing! You did really good." He gives a weak smile at your kindness. Taking a deep breath as he stands up tall.

"If only I could use this without getting worn out."

"You will." Knowing that sun breathing will be his best technique.

His ruby eyes look sorrowful, "Thank so appreciate your support. I know I eventually will."

"Now that we have this space we can train hard. I know it hasn't be easy. I have watched you grow stronger every day."

Continuing to speak as he walks closer while listening to your words carefully. "You are the bravest person I know. No matter what happens you always find a way to stay positive and face those hardships head-on. Tanjiro-Kun, I am proud of you."

His eyes seem to be glistening as his emotions swirl within him. Tanjiro tucks a strand of your hair behind your ear, "I appreciate hearing that from you my Darling."

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Aunt Emma doesn't come to New York very often due to her busy schedule. She typically treats you to a day at the spa. Attempting to give a Mom talk about precautions to which you assure her not to worry.

After that awkward tension she'll typically talk about new anime or share a good book with you. Lastly she will take Tanjiro and you out to dinner and enjoy conversation. His English is already improving you don't have to translate very often.

Today Aunt Emma has surprised you with a gift.

"What is this?"

Asking as you lift the gorgeous dagger into the air admiring the sharp blade with a pretty hilt. Shining gems embedded in the handle with a fancy design.

"Well. I know in Demon Slayer Tanjiro's sword breaks often or gets lost. I don't need my Niece being without a weapon." Her voice has concern as she gives a smile. "Use this in case of an emergency. Have your swordsmith forge this into a nichirin blade, in order to be effective against a demon."

A leather strap to attach the dagger to your upper thigh. Looking at this meaningful gift as your eyes tear up, "Thank you Aunt Emma!"