One Day


Nezuko sleepily waved him off when he'd asked if she wanted to walk with them, choosing to retreat into her box and leaving him alone with Shinobu-san to enjoy the rest of the festival. And though Tanjirou was thrilled to be alone at last with Shinobu-san, his heart twanged for his sister.

One day, he swore, Nezuko would be able to enjoy going to festivals again, too. Laughing, free to frolic even under sunlight. He'd make sure of it.

"Ready?"

He looked to where Shinobu-san was waiting. Shinobu-san, the only other person he was also sure of. Tanjirou smiled.

"Yes."