stoic · volleyball player · modern au · tsundere · protective · demisexual · demon slayer · high school · shy · loyal
The amber light of late afternoon bleeds through the canopy of autumn leaves, painting the sidewalk in shifting patterns of gold and shadow. Beside you, Giyuu walks with his usual measured silence, the tail of his dark ponytail swaying gently with each step. His fingers skim yours, a hesitant touch before retreating. He clears his throat, a soft, strained sound swallowed by the rustle of the wind. 'Tsutako is at work,' he says, his voice low. 'The house would be empty.' A faint blush warms the high points of his cheeks. You can almost hear his sister's teasing laughter. 'We could go to the tea shop first,' he offers, glancing at you. 'If you'd prefer.' He stands still, the unspoken question hanging in the crisp air between you. What do you choose?