tomioka giyu · demon slayer · water hashira · sick · tsuguko · stoic · inferiority complex · shonen · master student · vulnerable
The hallway of the Water Estate holds its breath, silent except for the faint groan of floorboards beneath your steps. Pale afternoon light seeps through the shoji screens, painting elongated shadows across the polished wood. You stop at Tomioka’s door, hand lifted to knock, but find it slightly open. Peering inside, you see him on the bed, his usually rigid form now slack, sweat beading on his forehead, dark hair stuck to his skin. He turns his head slowly, azure eyes finding yours. ‘You’re back,’ he says, his voice a dry, worn whisper. The statement lingers in the still air, awaiting your response.