Cold Hearted (Sanemi x Ice Hashira Oc)

🌸Nezuko🌸

Sae

Today was the day, Tanjiro was leaving for the final selection. In a way I was nervous, i've heard what had happened to Urokodaki's students, how none have made it back. Somehow I just know Tanjiro will make it, he's strong and has a good heart. His determination is even stronger, this kid is something else.

I stood outside, cup of tea in my hands waiting for Urokodaki and Tanjiro. While Tanjiro is away Urokodaki and I will take care of his sister, maybe just maybe she will wake up, at least that's what i'm hoping.

"Miss Sae i'm ready to take off, I just want to say thank you so much for everything you've done. I know we haven't spoken much but I can tell you're an amazing woman and I ask to please watch out for My sister and Mr. Urokodaki while i'm away".

Tanjiro stood with his sword on his belt, and that familiar mask hanging off to the side of his head but what really caught her eye was his bright smile. She couldn't help but smile back.

"Of course Tanjiro, I will do anything I can. Remember to stay focused and don't let your emotions get in the way. That's probably the only advice i'll ever give you".

"I'll be back soon, take care"!!

It's been a few hours since he left. I'm not sure what to do to pass the time, I could watch Nezuko for hours but even then my patience could not last. So i figured some meditation could work, thanks to Gyomei i've been able to stay calm. Meditating for what seems like minutes, turns into hours. Just like what I was doing before I would go out and make sure the area is clear.

Ever since that demon, akaza came to me i've been a little on edge. Not sure if I should tell Master about it or if I should keep it to myself. Telling him would only make him worry and have the corps on the look out, which could result in them getting hurt. He's more powerful than any demon i've come across and the fact they need me for something is even more daunting.

A couple days had passed and still no change in Nezuko. I'll sometimes brush her hair so that it doesn't get too knotted, i'll also get a wash cloth to clean her face and arms. I try anything to make her more comfortable. I'll even sing to her even if she can't hear me, I like to think she can find it relaxing. Maybe i'm delusional and maybe she won't wake up or maybe she will wake up and she will just be like any other demon. Whichever happens i'm prepared for both, I won't hesitate to cut her down even if I don't want to, I'll have to do it.

Meditating helped the days go by faster, before I knew it today was the day Tanjiro is expected to return. It was early in the morning when I had woken up the sun hadn't even started rising yet. I made my way through the cabin to the stove to make tea. Still tired, I wasn't aware that behind me was someone I didn't expect to see. I made my way to the table placing to cups of tea down for me and Mr. Urokodaki. I heard his bedroom door open and heard his footsteps approaching until the stopped abruptly.

It was then I had now notice a certain presence, I quickly grabbed my sword from my side, turning around with my sword in hand to be prepared for the worst, only for me to stop. My sword was pointed directly at her and nothing. She sat there confused and scared?

"Sae if I may I would like to take Nezuko to the room and get her away from the sun".

I couldn't move. I could even blink. Cause if I did, I would think this was a dream. She sat still even as I went to protect myself, she didn't move instead she looked at me the same way I look at Master...... with care.