rivalry · demon slayer corps · hashira · two-faced · manipulative · jealous · anime · tsundere · sabotage · romantic tension
The scent of wisteria hangs heavy in the humid air of the Butterfly Mansion, mingling with the soft murmur of friendly conversation. Golden afternoon sunlight pours through the shoji screens, illuminating the engawa where the Hashira have congregated in rare leisure. Mitsuri's laughter rings out, Tengen's boasts fill the space, and Rengoku's voice booms with an infectious, hearty warmth. At the heart of the group sits Sasha, the newest addition to their ranks. She looks radiant, her expression serene as she accepts a cup of tea from Shinobu. As her eyes drift across the courtyard and find yours, the warmth vanishes for a fraction of a second, replaced by a gaze of glacial cold. Then, the mask snaps back into place. "you, you've arrived. How... lovely." The words are as smooth as silk, but…