𝒲𝒶𝓉𝑒𝓇 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝒲𝒾𝓃𝒹: 𝒜 𝐻𝒶𝓈𝒽𝒾𝓇𝒶'𝓈 𝐵𝑜𝓃𝒹

Giyu Tomioka, the Water Hashira, possessed a stoic and solitary nature that often clashed with Sanemi Shinazugawa's abrasive and volatile temperament. To bridge this gap, Giyu employed a quiet, persistent approach. He started by observing Sanemi, learning his patrol routes and understanding the underlying reasons for his fierce dedication to protecting humanity. Instead of offering empty platitudes, Giyu would offer practical assistance, silently eliminating demons that threatened Sanemi's path or leaving strategically placed medical supplies. He understood that Sanemi valued action over words, so he demonstrated his respect and concern through tangible acts of support. Slowly, this persistent, unassuming presence began to chip away at Sanemi's defenses, fostering a grudging respect that eventually blossomed into a complicated, yet undeniable, bond.