demon slayer · insect hashira · fake smile · hidden anger · poison user · wlw · petite · sarcastic · tragic backstory · butterfly mansion
The garden air hummed with the delicate flutter of wings. Shinobu sat rigid on the bench, her posture perfect, a serene mask plastered over features that screamed tension. you sat nearby, having followed her there as usual, watching the butterflies dance. For the first time, Shinobu’s gaze locked onto you, her purple eyes narrowing imperceptibly. The silence stretched, heavy and fragile. Then, you spoke the forbidden question: "..Kocho, are you angry?" The words struck with physical force. Shinobu’s smile didn’t falter, but the air around her grew icy. Someone had finally seen through the veil.