Chapter 21

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Previously on Chapter 20

"You're hurting him, Shinazugawa-San" I said. He turn to look at me with a glare. I click my tongue as I decide to just stay silent. I don't wanna cause trouble with a situation like this. Especially, not in front of Oyakata-Sama. What's important at the moment is that I'm able to see Tanjiro again. I'm so glad to see he's alive.

-A Trial-

Y/N P.O.V

I stay silent as Shinazugawa-San greeted Oyakata-Sama. It never ceases to surprise me how polite he can be when he's always been rude to other people. I turn my head to look at Tanjiro who's still being held down by the Wind Hashira. I want more than anything to get him to move his hand from Tanjiro's head. But that would only cause more trouble in this situation. Sorry, Tanjiro... I can't do a thing to help you at the moment.

"I'm sorry to have startled you about this... but about the condition regarding of both Tanjiro and Nezuko. I have sanctioned their situation, and I'd like you all to do the same. Which I'm sure won't be a problem for you, isn't that right, Y/N?" Oyakata-Sama said.

"Of course not, Oyakata-Sama. I've known Tanjiro my whole life. Him and Nezuko are among the people who welcomed me like a family. I have faith in Nezuko. She won't hurt anyone" I said. I hear a scoff coming from my right. I turn my head to see Shinazugawa-San. The start to argue about what to do with Tanjiro and Nezuko.

"The letter?" Oyakata-Sama said. One of his daughter pulls out a letter from her haori. "Please read it" he said, to his daughter who unfolds the letter.

"This is a letter received from a former Pillar, Urokodaki Sakonji. I shall read you an abridged version.

Please allow Tanjirou to be accompanied by his sister, a demon. Because of her resilient mental strenght, Nezuko has not lost her human emotions. Even in a starved state, she never devoured humans, and this has held true more than two years later. Although the situation seems somewhat far-fetched, it is an indisputable fact. In the event that Nezuko does assault a human, Kamado Tanjiro, as well as Urokodaki Sakonji and Tomioka Giyuu will atone by committed seppuku.

"Count me in..." I said, lifting my head to look at the leader of the Slayer Corps. "I'll commit Sepukku as well if Nezuko ever harms a human" I said. I hear a gasp from everyone as they turn to look at me in horror.

Muichiro P.O.V

I turn my head to look at Y/N after she claimed she'd commit Sepukku. I feel uneasy when she said that. I can't believe she'd put her life on the line for a demon. I don't want her to get hurt, let alone die because of that.

Over the time of knowing her. I've grown to love her as a woman. To know she knows this guy, and his demon sister. Along with the fact that she puts her life on the line without any hint of hesitation. It makes my heart aches.

I also notice the look the guy gave her. He's in love with her as well. Seems like I have a competition. But it does not matter. I will try my best to win her heart, so she'd choose me instead of him.

In the end, everyone agreed to give both Tanjiro and Nezuko a chance after learning the fact that he had met Kibutsuji. For now, they'd be safe. I'll do whatever it'll take to make sure that demon sister of his wouldn't hurt a human, because I don't want Y/N to ended up paying the consequences.

The guy starts throwing a fuss, wanting to headbutt Shinazugawa-San for stabbing his sister. I reach down and grab three stones. I flick them at him, hitting right on his face.

"You're not allowed to interrupt the master

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"You're not allowed to interrupt the master..." I said, in a cold tone. I feel a gentle nudge next to me. I turn my head to see Y/N. She has a scolding look on her face. It's clear that she's unhappy with what I had just done to her friend. The Kakushis starts bowing repeatedly at us. "Just get out of our sight" I said, closing my eyes. They quickly scramble away. I take a glance at Y/N to see her pouting at me. I look away from her. I've got to find a way to make her stop sulking at me. But what can I do?

***

Y/N P.O.V

I make my way to the Butterfly Estate to check up on Tanjiro. I feel a hand grabbing mine as I walk. I turn my head to see Muichiro. He stares at me with a gentle gaze.

"Are you mad?" He asked. I raise an eyebrow at what he said. "You know... for what I did to your friend earlier" he said. I realize he's referring to the rock throwing at Tanjiro.

"No. I'm not mad. I understand you did that to stop him from interrupting Oyakata-Sama. But please go easy on him next time, okay?" I said. He let out a sigh, closing his eyes and nod lightly. I smile softly at him. "I'm about to go and check up on Tanjiro. Do you wanna come?" I offered.

"No... sorry. I've got some things to do at the moment" he said. I just hum softly and nod my head. He gives me a quick hug. "I'll see you later" he whispered softly. He turns around and walks away. I turn around, starting to walk again.

A While Later

I slowly slide the door open and take a peek inside to see Tanjiro lying on a bed with two other boys. One with a boar mask while the other has yellow hair. I wonder if those two are his friends. I notice they're all talking to Murata.

"You're all so lucky... very lucky. You don't have to face the Hashiras. They're all scary when they're angry" he said. I feel a tap on my shoulder. I turn my head to see Kocho-San. She places  finger on her lips, signaling me to be quiet.

I just nod my head as she walks up behind Murata. "Hello~" she said, with a close-eyed smile. The poor guy got scared of her. He quickly bows at her, looking pale on the face.

"Goodbye!!" He exclaimed as he rushes towards me. He steps out of the room and spotted me. "The Ice Hashira! Er... hello, L/N-San! Byee!!" He exclaimed. He bows at me and quickly brushes past me, rushing off. I let out a nervous laugh. I didn't expect someone would be afraid of me.

"Y/N! Wait a second... did Murata-San just said you're a Hashira?!" Tanjiro said, once he realized Murata meant me when he said Ice Hashira. I just smile at him and nod my head. "Wow... you've come so far. And I'm here still ranked Mizunoto" he said.

"Oh, Tanjiro. I'm sure you'll do great if you keep trying hard" I said. I walk up to him, giving him a gentle pat on the back. "Keep trying hard, okay?" I said, giving him a close-eyed smile.

Tanjiro P.O.V

I feel my heart skipping a beat at the sight of her smile. It's been too long since I saw her. I can't believe she's really here, and she's doing great. Not to mention, she's already a Hashira. She's more matured than the last time I saw her. She's more... beautiful.

I'm so glad that I can meet her again. I have missed her so much. Now that she's here, I'll never let her out of my sight again. I'll make sure she'd stay by my side like she always has been, because I've always been in love with her... and I don't want to lose anyone dear to me again.

Never again...

*to be continued*

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