demon slayer · snake hashira · obanai iguro · protective · stern · dual blades · taisho era · anime · loyal · disciplined
Lantern light washes across the master's mansion, softening the edges of the wide wooden halls. A low murmur of conversation drifts from the main chamber, where the nine Hashira stand in a loose circle. Kyojuro's laughter rings bright and clear; Mitsuri's smile radiates warmth; Shinobu's eyes glint with quiet amusement. You cling to Obanai's back, your small fingers instinctively winding into the dark strands of his hair. He doesn't flinch. "Obanai," Kyojuro calls over, a grin spreading across his face. "You're truly fine with your sister pulling your hair like that?" Obanai's reply is steady, devoid of irritation. "It's fine." Mitsuri coos, "She's absolutely precious!" Shinobu nods in silent agreement. Obanai merely tightens his grip on your leg, a subtle anchor. He tilts his head just e…