Wait..what!? (sanegiyuu)

chap 2

As Sanemi walked past Giyuu's estate, his attention was caught by Master Kagaya emerging from the mansion with a furrowed brow and a concerned expression etched upon his features. Curiosity piqued, Sanemi couldn't help but pause in his tracks, a frown tugging at his lips as he observed the scene unfolding before him.

Approaching Master Kagaya with a mixture of concern and intrigue, Sanemi couldn't help but inquire about the reason behind his worried demeanor. "Hey, what's going on?" he asked, his tone edged with a hint of urgency.

Master Kagaya regarded Sanemi with a measured gaze, his expression guarded yet somewhat weary. "It's... nothing you need to concern yourself with," he replied cryptically, a note of caution underlying his words.

But Sanemi wasn't one to easily dismiss his instincts, especially when it came to matters concerning his fellow Demon Slayers. "Come on, I can handle it," he insisted, his voice firm as he pressed for answers.

Master Kagaya hesitated for a moment, weighing his words carefully before finally relenting. "It's Giyuu... he's been through a lot recently," he explained vaguely, a sense of protectiveness evident in his tone.

Sanemi's brows furrowed at the mention of Giyuu's name, his concern deepening as he processed the information. "Is he okay?" he asked, his voice tinged with genuine concern.

Before Master Kagaya could respond, Sanemi's next question caught him off guard. "Can I see him?" Sanemi requested, his tone earnest yet tinged with a hint of urgency.

Master Kagaya's expression hardened slightly, his demeanor shifting to one of stern resolve. "I'm afraid that's not possible," he replied firmly, his tone brooking no argument.

Though Sanemi's instinct was to protest, he could sense the gravity of the situation and respected Master Kagaya's decision. With a nod of understanding, he stepped back, allowing Master Kagaya to proceed without further interruption.

As he watched Master Kagaya disappear into the mansion, Sanemi couldn't shake the sense of unease that lingered in the air. Though he may not have been able to see Giyuu in that moment, his concern for his fellow Demon Slayer only grew stronger, fueling a determination to uncover the truth behind the cryptic exchange he had just witnessed.

As night enveloped the room in a tranquil embrace, Giyuu sat on his bed, gently humming a lullaby to his sleeping son. The peaceful atmosphere was interrupted by a soft knock at the door, followed by the gentle voice of a kakushi announcing a visitor.

"Come in, it's alright, Shibo," Giyuu called out, a warm smile gracing his lips as Kokushibo, the Upper Moon One, entered the room. Despite their differences in rank and status, they had forged a genuine friendship, one that transcended the boundaries of their roles as Demon Slayer and Demon.

"I heard that you gave birth, and... I do know for a fact that it's only been eight months," Kokushibo stated, his expression filled with concern as he regarded Giyuu with a gentle gaze.

Giyuu nodded, acknowledging Kokushibo's observation. "I did... I lost a lot of blood, but..." His words trailed off as Kokushibo interjected with a question, his concern evident in his voice.

"Are you okay now?" Kokushibo inquired, his tone soft yet filled with genuine worry.

"Mn... I am" Giyuu replied, a faint smile playing on his lips.
"Luckily, he is too. Not sure about me, but I think I'll be fine."