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INTO THE THICK OF IT — CHAPTER #54 — CHOOSE (Y/N)! CHOOSE!

"..." You sluggishly rubbed your eyes upon waking up to embrace a new day, realizing that it was already the sixth day, marking nearly a week gone by. To your surprise, you found the bed you shared with Nezuko, Daki, and Gyutaro completely vacant. Perplexed, you scanned the room only to be greeted with a gasp as your eyes fell upon the most endearing scene imaginable.

"Aww!!" You whispered in sheer delight, your eyes gleaming with adoration. Not far from where you lay, Nezuko and Daki were seated on the floor engaged in conversation, while Gyutaro stood behind them meticulously braiding each of their respective hair.

Curious about the commotion, Nezuko turned around, prompting a disgruntled Gyutaro to smack her head. "Don't move so much! You'll make me mess it up!"

Unfazed, Nezuko joyfully called out to you, waving excitedly. "Hmhmh!!!"

"Oh, (Y/N)!! Good morning!" Daki greeted you with a wide smile, setting a cheerful tone to the morning. As you returned the greeting, the heartwarming sight left you feeling elated. However, your mischievous side surfaced, and Gyutaro, noticing your sly smile, narrowed his eyes and grunted in anticipation. Before you could utter a word, the green-haired demon beat you to it.

"Whatever you have in that damn head of yours-keep it there," he warned, prompting you to burst into laughter, clutching your stomach with tears in your eyes.

"I-I didn't even say anything yet!!" you exclaimed between breaths.

"Your look said it all."

Undeterred, you moved closer, attempting to squeeze Gyutaro's cheek, but he swiftly slapped your hand away, his face displaying a subtle flustered expression. Refusing your advances, he maintained a stern demeanor, trying to conceal his embarrassment. "You can't be such a cutie patootie and NOT expect me to coo at you!!"

"I didn't ask you," he retorted, avoiding your attempts to get closer, his face slightly flustered. He didn't want you to notice, as he was convinced you would mock him even more.

"Aww, the two of you look absolutely adorable with those double braids! This has got to be the cutest thing I've ever seen!" Trying to steer the conversation away from potentially annoying Gyutaro further, you couldn't help but compliment them. Daki blushed visibly at the comment but laughed, clearly enjoying any form of praise from you.

"Thank you! Isn't my brother the best?" With her hair now neatly braided, Daki stood up and twirled around, playfully pinching Gyutaro's cheek. He chuckled in response, evidently pleased to see his sister so happy. "Even Nezuko looks somewhat prettier!"

"Hmhm!" Nezuko pouted at Daki and seemed ready to retaliate, but Gyutaro promptly pulled her hair, reminding her to stay still. "What did I say about moving?! I'm not finished! Wait for a few more seconds!" True to his words, he finished Nezuko's braids shortly after. Excitedly, she stood up and jumped, clearly pleased with her new hairstyle. Gyutaro couldn't help but smirk, displaying a sense of pride in his handiwork.

"Nezuko! We look adorable!!" Daki giggled as she held hands with her, creating an unexpected image of friendship between the two.

"Ohh..." You expressed amusement. "You two aren't fighting as much as before." Observing the newfound camaraderie, you couldn't help but comment on their changed dynamic since you woke up.