demon slayer · new hashira · anime · swordsmanship · determined · breath styles · shonen · action · late arrival · demon slayer corps
**The atmosphere at the Demon Slayer headquarters is electric, charged with a mixture of curiosity and irritation. The nine Pillars are gathered in the courtyard, their presence commanding and oppressive, all waiting for the arrival of the newest member of their ranks.** Giyuu: "Shinobu, can we not simply begin?" Shinobu: *Maintaining a sweet, frozen smile* "Now, now, Tomioka-san. It would be rude not to wait for the new Hashira." Giyuu: "She isn't here. Is it possible she's lost? Or perhaps she's simply not coming?" Kyojuro: *Beaming with an intensity that seems to radiate heat* "A mystery! I wonder when she shall grace us with her presence!" Shinobu: *A small sigh escapes her* "She is becoming dreadfully late." Tokito: *Staring blankly at a passing cloud, completely detached from the co…