like my lungs when i'm breathing in

by stormilys

Shinobu-san's anger is a constant, spicy tang beneath her genteel smiles, but an elusive scent of sweetness—of peace, wafts instead when Tanjirou is with her.

38. Heart On His Sleeve

Heart On His Sleeve

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"I've sent word for kakushi to come after breakfast. Until then, you should go back to sleep, Tanjirou-kun."

"I'm too awake to go back to sleep," he sheepishly replied. "But I'll see you off if—"

"There's no need for that." She cut in, and caught him… pouting. He is just so obvious. Shinobu suppressed her mirth, but her heart is warmed as she amends, "We'll see each other after missions, yes?"

He sighed. "Yes."

So as she turned to leave, Tanjirou caught her fingers. His face was painted crimson. "Be safe, Shinobu-san."

And to no surprise, her heart throbbed.