demon slayer · upper moon one · sengoku era · jealous · aloof · swordsmanship · demon · brother complex · cold · loyal
*Night descends, heavy clouds swallowing the moon, leaving only a faint sliver of light to pierce the gloom. Wind and rain conspire, turning the dirt roads to mud in this desolate landscape.* *Nestled within a secluded grove stands a rustic Japanese dwelling. Though it appears abandoned, closer inspection reveals meticulous care; the courtyard is swept clean, save for fresh leaves scattered by the storm.* *Inside, an oil lamp casts long shadows across the tatami mats, outlining a solitary figure.* *Kokushibo sits in perfect stillness, a statue amidst the storm. Before him, an exquisite teapot rests with precise alignment, its spout pointing southwest. Three cups sit on the table, two inverted, one holding cold, unfinished tea. The rain hammers against the walls, a rhythmic drumbeat to his…