Frozen Embers [Fem OC X Demon Slayer]

Chapter 5: Total concentration breathing

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Yuki dedicated herself to rigorous training in the garden, the early morning air crisp around her as she moved with precise, fluid motions.

Each obstacle and dummy in the course was meticulously arranged, reflecting her meticulous nature and determination.

Tanjiro often joined her, drawn by her disciplined approach and the opportunity to learn from her expertise.

One chilly morning, Tanjiro approached Yuki with a warm smile, his admiration for her evident in his respectful demeanor.

"Good morning, Fuyuka-san," Tanjiro greeted, his voice soft yet filled with respect for her dedication.

Yuki glanced at him briefly, her attention focused on adjusting the position of training dummies and fine-tuning the course.

"No Zenitsu and Inosuke today?" she asked calmly, her tone indicating a keen awareness of their usual training companions' absence.

"I'm sorry," Tanjiro responded, a hint of nervousness in his voice.

"It's not your fault, Tanjiro," Yuki reassured him with a gentle pat on his shoulder. "Let's begin."

With a determined expression, Yuki demonstrated incredible speed and agility as she navigated the course.

Tanjiro followed suit, initially struggling to match her pace but soon finding his rhythm under her patient guidance.

"Keep up," Yuki softly challenged, disappearing and reappearing beside Tanjiro with effortless grace.

She corrected his breathing technique and stance with precision, offering clear instructions and encouragement as they moved through the course together.

Throughout their training session, Yuki took intermittent breaks to refine Tanjiro's form, demonstrating each move meticulously.

Her dedication to helping him improve was palpable in every gesture and word, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and growth.

Unbeknownst to them, Shinobu observed from a distance, a soft smile gracing her lips as she watched Yuki and Tanjiro train together.

She admired Yuki's patient mentorship and Tanjiro's unwavering determination, finding solace in witnessing their growth and strength.

Yuki, fully engrossed in their training, eventually spotted Shinobu standing at a distance. She acknowledged Shinobu's presence with a respectful nod, momentarily breaking her intense focus.

Shinobu, caught off guard by the gesture, felt a warm rush of affection towards Yuki, recalling moments of kindness they had shared.

Her face flushed with a mix of embarrassment and gratitude at the memory. Quickly composing herself, she turned away, pretending not to notice Yuki's gaze.

These chance encounters had become increasingly awkward for Shinobu. Whenever Yuki was near, she found herself nervous and unsure of how to act.

Yuki, noticing Shinobu's retreat, felt a twinge of discomfort in her heart.

Disappointed that Shinobu seemed to avoid her, Yuki struggled with her own inability to express these feelings openly.

Turning to find Tanjiro standing beside her, his presence a comforting surprise.

"Are you upset that she didn't speak to you?" Tanjiro whispered gently in Yuki's ear.

Startled by his sudden proximity, Yuki jumped slightly. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to startle you," Tanjiro apologized, his concern evident in his tone.