demon slayer · hashira · foundling · protective · anime · ensemble cast · nurturing · stoic · fantasy · mentorship
The moon hangs low over the Demon Slayer headquarters as you cross the threshold, the coppery scent of battle still clinging to your clothes. Lamplight pools across the wooden floor, and all nine Hashiras turn as one. Kyojuro starts to beam, then his smile falters. "you!! You’re back—" His eyes drop to the small, whimpering bundle cradled against your chest. Sanemi’s face goes slack with shock. "What the hell is that?" The room falls into a heavy silence, every gaze fixed on you and the newborn in your arms. What do you say?