Author's Note: HELL YEAH, HERE WE GOOOOOO!

Warning: Swearing, small sarcastic mention of s*icide

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I internally squealed, squeezing my lips shut as I released a muffled scream of excitement. 'OHHHMYYYGOOOD! FUCK YES! FUCKYEAHFUCKYEAH! DUDE OKAY I'M GONNA HAVE TO TALK WITH HER ABOUT MY SCHEDULE SINCE I'M GONNA BE TRAINING SENJURO, AND THEN- GASP, DUDE FUCKING OBANAI IS COMING- HE'S GONNA BEAT MY ASS FOR EVEN BREATHING AROUND HER I SWEAR, I'M ACTUALLY KINDA SCARED, BUT YOU KNOW WHAT?! FUCK IT! LET'S GOOOOO!'

Running back into the infirmary room, I ran into the boys, who looked quite exhausted but determined after their first day. "GUYS! I'M GONNA GO TRAIN AT THE LOVE PILLAR'S PLACE!" I exclaimed, jumping down the hall as they looked over to see me. Tanjiro grinned and embraced me as I jumped into his arms. "Congratulations! The Love Pillar? That's such an honor Lana!" Zenitsu cheered as Inosuke stomped his feet in excitement for me. "When are you going!?" Zenitsu asked as we bounced into the infirmary. "In an hour!" I chirped, rushing over to my bedside and taking out a spare pillowcase to shove my stuff in since I didn't have a bag. "An hour!? T-that's so soon!" Tanjiro said in surprise. I nodded, placing my makeup inside. "Yeah, but I can't wait to go! She's coming by soon, so I'm gonna get ready!" "YOU STILL HAVE TO GET ME FOOD!" Inosuke yelled, jumping up and down. I laughed and nodded, "Of course! I'll go get changed really quick and then I'll be back with food. Maybe Aoi made tempura shrimp today?" For a second I thought I saw bubbles floating around Inosuke before he eagerly nodded. Snatching my spare uniform from under the bed, I skipped straight to the bathroom to change.

After packing up my minimal amount of possessions and giving Inosuke his food (which was, unfortunately for him, not tempura shrimp but he didn't complain when he got some pork buns instead), Shinobu walked in, Aoi, Kiyo, Sumi, and Naho trailing after her. "Lana-chan, I believe Kanroji-san is almost here. She tends to get over-excited so she's most likely coming earlier than expected. Are you ready?" The gorgeous Insect Pillar asked me. I nodded at her, grabbing the pillowcase-makeshift sack and tied it. It was light as hell considering how it only had my makeup and a spare hairbrush inside. She hummed and nodded before the three other girls ran up to me, sniffling and wiping at their eyes. "We'll miss you! Train hard!" Sumi cried. The other two nodded, crying and voicing their wishes for me. I beamed and gave them a group hug, scooping them into my arms. "I'll do my best! Besides, I'll be sending letters so you all don't have to worry so much! But it makes me really happy that you three are so concerned for me!" I chuckled fondly, looking down at the girls I was grateful to have befriended. I let go of them and ruffled their hair, making them cry out in protest.

I laughed before my three boys approached me, all with proud smiles on their face. Save for Inosuke, who still had his boar mask on, but was no doubt still happy for me. "Congratulations Lana!" Tanjiro smiled while Zenitsu became emotional. "A long time without Lana-chan...Months? MAYBE EVEN A YEAR!? How can I live while you're so far away from me?!" he grieved. "I'LL FIGHT YOU THE NEXT TIME WE MEET! YOU BETTER GET STRONGER OR ELSE I'LL BEAT YOU UP!" Inosuke yelled, steam blowing from the nostrils of his mask. I beamed and nodded, patting them on the head as well. "DUH! Bet your ass I'll kick it bro!" I laughed before turning to Zenitsu and placing a hand on his cheek. He looked up at me with teary eyes, sorrow in them before I kissed his cheek. "Don't worry. I'll write personal letters to you, okay? So you won't feel too alone," I smiled sweetly at him as he nodded and sniffled. "Okay then. I'll write back as soon as possible every time!" he said proudly. I hummed and smiled before turning to Tanjiro, who beamed proudly at me. "Good luck, Lana!" he cheered. I laughed and embraced him tightly. "I'll miss you, Tanjirene," I mumbled, sighing contently. "I'll miss you too, Lana. We all will," he said softly before I let go of him.

"Okay. Off I go! I'll train hard, guys!" I grinned, tugging my haori over my body and turning to Shinobu, nodding. "I'm ready." She smiled and hummed, "Then she should be-" "Shinobu-sama!" A kakushi ran in the room. "Love Pillar-sama and Snake Pillar-sama are here!" "There they are, then! Thank you," she thanked them before I walked over to her side. "Here I go!" I exhaled eagerly, throwing a grin over my shoulder at everyone. "Bye Lana!" they waved back as I walked off with Shinobu down the hall. "If I'm right, she probably went to go visit Rengoku-san!" She informed me, her butterfly-patterned haori swishing behind her. "Oh! Okay, well, I had to say goodbye to him anyways," I nodded, trailing after her as we turned a corner.

We reached Rengoku's room in no time, and I felt myself grow nervous at meeting Obanai and Mitsuri, even if I knew Rengoku was there and Mitsuri's a nice person. Entering the room, there they were. Mitsuri sat next to Rengoku's side, listening to him with a smile as he laughed about something. Obanai quietly sat beside her, listening in before their eyes were drawn to me and Shinobu. I timidly clutched a fist to my chest, growing flustered under their gazes. Shinobu stepped forward and smiled. "Kanroji-san, Iguro-san. Hello! My, my, It's been a while, hasn't it?" Mitsuri lit up and beamed, nodding, "Oh, yes! I've missed you Shinobu-san!" "Kocho," Obanai simply said.

I kept to myself, not knowing if I should speak up in the middle of their conversation. "Lana-chan! I can call you that, right?" The Love Pillar questioned kindly. I looked up at her and shyly nodded, giving her a bashful smile as I replied, "Oh! Um, yeah! It- It's nice to meet you, Kanroji-san." I deeply bowed, showing my respect for her. I heard a scoff, and knowing it was from Obanai, I ignored it in favor of Kyojuro's chuckles. "Romero seems so shy now, but I can assure you, she's quite the riot!" The Flame Pillar laughed. "Oh yes, I remember at the trial! Aw, how sweet it was to see her try to protect her lover like that!" Mitsuri squealed, blushing as she recalled that day. I flushed in embarrassment, pointedly looking away as Obanai gave me piercing look, remembering perfectly well how I ran up at him before. "Hah, uh, yeah..." I dryly chuckled, trailing off.

"I'm glad to see everyone's getting acquainted with Lana-chan!" Shinobu chirped, clasping her hands together in delight. "Ah, that's right! Mitsuri just told me that you were leaving, Lana!" Rengoku said from his bed. "Yeah, um, it's kind of sudden, but I'm really grateful to Kanroji-san for taking me in!" I said, fiddling with my haori sleeves. "So cute!" Mitsuri squeaked happily, clutching her hands to her chest before turning to Rengoku. "It was good seeing you, master!" she said before her and Obanai gave him a polite bow. "It was good seeing you two. Take care!" Kyojuro exclaimed before looking over at me. "Lana-san," at his words, I looked up in curiosity. "Train hard, get stronger. And most importantly, know your limits. I trust you won't let me down, yeah?" he grinned at me, his eye bright and hopeful for my future.

I blinked at him for a moment, stunned as I slowly nodded. Once his words processed in my head, I returned his grin and nodded, "I won't let you down! I'll do my best!" He let out an amused chuckle as Mitsuri and Obanai walked over to Shinobu and I. "Goodbye, Ren- Kyojuro-san. Good luck with your own recovery training!" I said, bowing deeply for the hashira. He waved me off and smiled. "I'll keep you in mind, Lana!"

And with that, the three of us bid Kyojuro goodbye before heading out into the hallway. "It's so nice to formally meet you, Lana-chan!" Mitsuri sweetly beamed at me. "I've looked forward to this day! Ever since the trial, I couldn't help but think you were someone I wanted to be friends with! How exciting!" she clapped her hands joyfully as Obanai quietly stood by her side. "O-oh, really?! That makes me really happy!" I exclaimed bashfully, blushing as a small grin formed on my face. "Oh, and I'm sure you remember Obanai-san, right? I've been telling him all about this on the way here!" she gestured to him excitedly. I gulped and stared at the detailed golden buttons on his jacket, giving him a deep bow as to not anger him. "Of course! Erm- I'm so honored to meet you, Iguro-sama...?" I squeaked. "'Sama'? Why, Lana-chan, there's no need to be so formal! We might be your superiors, but I'm sure we'll become close friends throughout the next few months, right?" Mitsuri giggled. I stood back up and lit up. "O-of course! I look forward to that!" I chuckled, scratching my cheek.

"Well then! Let's go going, I'm sure you're eager to begin training!" Mitsuri smiled before turning to Shinobu. "It was nice seeing you, Shinobu-chan! Come over sometime for tea, yes?" The purple-eyed demon slayer gave her a close-eyed smiled and nodded. "Of course. Be safe on the way back," she hummed before looking at me and clasping her hands. "Good luck, Lana-chan. I'll make sure your boys are in tip-top shape while you're away!" I grinned and nodded. "Thank you! I know you will, hehe!" She smiled and turned to Obanai. "Don't be too harsh on her, now. She's a very sweet girl!" I blinked at her words. Was that- what was that an underlying threat, I heard? The snake pillar scoffed, "I don't know what you're talking about, Kocho."

Mitsuri and I looked between them, confused before Mitsuri stepped in. "Ah, well, let's go now! We have lots to do today!" She chuckled nervously. After saying goodbye to Shinobu, we left the estate, stepping out only to hear wailing from above us. I looked up to find Zenitsu sobbing, his upper half sticking out the window as Tanjiro held him from falling. Inosuke was waving furiously from the window next to them, sticking his body out the window as well. "NOOOOOO! LANA-CHAAAN! DON'T LEAVE ME! COME BAACK!" Zenitsu wailed, snot dribbling from his nose. "Good luck, Lana! We'll write to you tonight!" Tanjiro said, trying to keep a grin on his face only for his eyes to betray him, appearing watery. "HURRY UP AND GET STRONG! I'LL PUMMEL- I'LL PUMMEL YOU!" Inosuke growled, sniffling. I looked at them in shock before an affectionate grin stretched on my lips, lifting my arm to wave back at them. "BYEE! I LOVE YOU GUYS!" I sniffled, laughing as I teared up as well.

"Awe, how sweet! They must love you so much, Lana-chan!" Mitsuri squealed as we walked down the dirt road, wiping at her eyes. I flushed and softly smiled, fingering with the edge of my skirt. "Yeah. I love them, lots. Um- anyways! So, how will my schedule be?" I questioned, walking beside her as Obanai walked on her other side. "Oh! That's right! Well, he didn't go into full detail, but Kyojuro-san mentioned about how you're training Senjuro-kun! What a privilege!" She exclaimed. I nodded, "Yeah! Maybe I'll be extremely busy with training and then taking him on as my student, but I think I can do it!" "That's the spirit! I suppose I can train you on...Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Fridays and the weekends can be with Senjuro-kun. Does that sound good?"

I pondered about it for a moment. 'Three days training for me, three days teaching Senjuro. What about break days? Mm, well I think Mitsuri would be kind enough to give me a break day once every two weeks. Actually, let me ask her!'

After discussing a good schedule, we agreed on my suggestion of an occasional break day while days packed with training. The rest of the way was filled with getting to know each other, with not a word from Obanai so far. "Oh, I know how to make pancakes! They're pretty good, but have you ever had waffles?" I asked Mitsuri, raising a brow. "Waffuru? I think I've heard of them before, but I've certainly never tried them! Are they like pancakes?" she questioned eagerly. "Kinda. It's just pancake batter, and then you fry them in a mold that shapes them into little squares. It's crispy and so, so good! I personally prefer waffles over pancakes." Controversial topic, I know. Mitsuri lit up, clasping her hands together excitedly. "I have to try them! Will you make some for me, Lana-chan!?" "Yeah!"

We finally arrived at her home, which was much like Shinobu's, only it had one story, which wasn't a complaint, by any means! It just meant it had a more homey feel to it, y'know? "Here we are! Come, this way! I'll give you a uniform so we can get started with flexibility exercises!" Mitsuri said, leading the two of us inside and over to a storage room, where she searched through a pile of clothes. After a while, she stood up and went over to a box, pulling out some clothes and handing them to me. "These should fit you! These are mine, but you're too small for the male sizes, but too big for the smaller ones, like me. So I hope these fit!" she smiled. I felt slightly embarrassed that she struggled to find the right size for me, but I was relieved that she said I had a similar body type to hers.

'I hope these fit, too. Because if I'm too big for her size, I'll literally kill myself from HUMILIATION,' I thought grimly, following Mitsuri into an empty room before her and Obanai went back into the training room to wait for me. I sighed and took off my uniform, folding it and setting it aside to change into a pair of tights and a one piece that clung to my form, but not too tightly. "What? What the fuck? No- goddamn way did I just fit into Mitsuri's clothes. Dude, no way! Oh man, I can't help but still have my fat mentality. I'm so shocked, holy shit," I muttered in shock to myself, looking over my body as I patted myself down.

Before walking out, I took a deep breath and shivered, feeling anxious to show my body to two incredibly attractive and fit people. I walked out and made my way down the hall, face flushing a beet red as the two hashira looked over at me. Mitsuri beamed and squealed, "AWW! YOU LOOK SO ADORABLE! I'm glad it fits!" She suddenly gasped, quite dramatically might I add. "THAT MEANS YOU CAN FIT INTO MY OTHER CLOTHES! OH, I'M GONNA DRESS YOU UP LATER! Is that okay!?" she squealed, a heavy blush on her cheeks. "Kanroji, calm down. I'm sure Romero is eager to get into her exercises," Obanai told her gently before shooting me a glare. I flinched and looked away, feeling myself grow insecure under his cold attitude. Mitsuri blinked and shook herself off. "You're right, sorry, sorry! Let's get started!"

Mitsuri led me through a series of drills that strained my muscles and sprung tears into my eyes from the painful burn of my limbs stretching beyond what they're used to. "These drills are used in my pillar training as well! So technically, you're getting ahead of many others who have yet to go through it!" she informed me cheerily, stretching effortlessly and touching her feet to mine as I trembled while trying to extend my legs in a saddle-type stretch. "Oh, good," I wheezed painfully. Obanai observed us silently from the sidelines, an unreadable expression on his face. "Let's do another 30 minutes of pigeon poses!" "Yay," I smiled tiredly.

"Good work today, Lana-chan! A few more days of training and I think you'll be able to complete a full split!" Mitsuri cheered, handing me a towel and a cup of water after we finished the last of the drills, the sky outside turning a bright orange meaning we spent the whole day training. Thanking her, I wiped my sweaty face and drank the water, sighing in relief. "Was I too hard on the first day? Please don't go away! I'll be more gentle tomorrow, okay?" she asked nervously as she sat next to me, Obanai standing above us. "No, if she's ungrateful enough to quit on the first day, she might as well quit being a demon slayer," he coldly advised. I swallowed my water and looked up at him, my brows furrowed. "Actually, I think Mitsuri did a great job. I really appreciate her dedication and time for me! Please don't be mistaken, Iguro-san! Thank you both for today!" I exclaimed, bowing on my knees and pressing my forehead to the floor.

The two were silent before Mitsuri placed her hand on my shoulder, causing me to sit up. She looked at me with a grateful smile. "Thank you for your time as well, Lana-chan. I look forward to training you!" I sputtered before chuckling and running my fingers down my cheek. "Yeah, me too!" I glanced over at Obanai to find him giving me a calculating stare. I was just grateful it wasn't a glare anymore, whew! Hopefully I can grow on him!

Mitsuri stood up, reaching out a hand to help me up. I took it gratefully and stood up, brushing myself off. "Why don't you go wash up and get changed? Let's go eat out tonight! My treat," she beamed. "Sounds great! Alright! Where's the washroom?" I said, perking up at the sound of food. After a quick shower, I put on my uniform and met with the two outside, ready to eat.

"You know, your uniform reminds me a lot of my own! Socks and all, too," Mitsuri informed me cheerily. "I thought so too! Heh, it wasn't my intention, but I think we look cute matching!" I laughed, walking by her side. "You're so sweet! Awe, I'm so glad I took you in!" Mitsuri squealed, flushing. I beamed and flushed as well, feeling light and happy at her words. "No, you! You're sweeter! I'm really glad I met you! And you too, Iguro-san!" I exclaimed joyfully, bouncing on my heels as I looked over at Obanai. He stared at me for a moment before looking back ahead. "...Whatever, brat," he muttered, although his tone wasn't angered or anything. I lit up, knowing this was just a tiny baby step into gaining his friendship!

"I'm so glad you're getting along!" Mitsuri beamed, grabbing my hand as we walked on into a nearby village. We headed into a ramen restaurant, the warm atmosphere making me feel relaxed and heavenly smell of meat and broth filling my nostrils. We sat down at an empty table, Mitsuri to my left and Obanai across from us. "Obanai-san and I frequent here quite a lot! It's a really good restaurant, I'm sure you'll like it!" Mitsuri smiled at me as we looked into a menu provided for us. "Alright, sounds good too! I think I'll get...shoyu ramen. And ramune, too," I hummed, mouth watering at the menu items. "Sounds good! The same as usual, Obanai-san?" Mitsuri said, turning to her other companion. "Yes," he responded, placing his menu down as he looked at her. "Alright," she said, smiling as she turned back to her menu.

I looked between them, staring at Obanai from the corner of my eye as he gazed at Mitsuri. 'Go Obanai! I believe in you!' I mentally cheered for him. After we ordered our food, Mitsuri asked me about my relationship with the three boys back at the Butterfly Estate. "Tanjiro and Zenitsu are my boyfriends! Inosuke's new to all this relationship stuff, and honestly? I wanna wait until he completely understands the responsibilities and stuff in a relationship. I don't exactly want to call him a child, but...Well, I'm not sure. But I just don't think he fully knows what he's getting himself into, y'know? I don't want to force him into an uncomfortable position by demanding too much of him. He might get overwhelmed," I explained, finally voicing how I really felt about Inosuke and the matter of welcoming him into the relationship.

Mitsuri nodded before her eyes comically widened. "T-two boyfriends?" I nodded, about to respond before our food was drinks were delivered. Digging in, I moaned in delight at the delicious, silky egg yolk I bit into. "Sho yummm!" I hummed as I swallowed, slurping up my noodles. "'m gl'd y' li'e i'! (I'm glad you like it!)" Mitsuri nodded, stuffing her face with her own bowl of ramen. Obanai put a hand over his mouth as he ate his noodles, hiding his scars as he ate. I didn't mind, I knew how personal that was to him. I'd understand if he'd never trust me with that secret, but I hope we can at least be friends!

About 24 bowls Mitsuri quickly consumed later, we finally finished up and headed out. "So, as I was saying before, two boyfriends?" Mitsuri asked incredulously. I nodded with a smile on my face. "Yup! We all love each other and we're happily together!" I giggled as she gaped at my words. She then groaned and squeezed her eyes shut in disappointment. "You have two boyfriends- both who love you deeply, and I can't even get one?!" She whined. I looked over at Obanai, who was straaangely silent. He narrowed his eyes at me. "What are you looking at, brat?" he growled. I pucked my lips out and looked away. "Noooothiiiiing," I dragged out playfully, humming innocently to myself as he grumbled, Mitsuri looked confused as she glanced between us.

The next day consisted of more drills, which- once again, brought me to tears at the strain combined with the soreness of my limbs from before. Obanai was, sadly, on another mission, so he didn't join us today. I think I felt more comfortable when it was just Mitsuri and I alone, so I didn't really mind. It was already halfway through the day before Mitsuri brought up an idea she had. "Okay, while I know it's only the second day, I thought it'd be good for you to get started on using something like my sword!" I watched as she got up and left, only to quickly come back with a ribbon wand. Plopping down, she handed it to me and smiled. "With that, I want you to try twirling it around your body without getting touched by it. You can do whatever moves, whatever twirls, just try to twirl it. If it touches you at all, even by a thread, start over." I nervously looked down at the ribbon in my hands and nodded, getting up and hesitantly standing in an open area. "So do I just like- do, whatever? I'm not exactly sure how to move..." I trailed off, fiddling with the wand. "Yes! Just do whatever feels right," she reassured me.

I took a deep breath before lifting it above my head and trying to twirl the ribbon around my upper body, only to awkwardly jump as I felt the ribbon immediately touch my arm. "Dangit," I cussed, sighing as I blushed from embarrassment at Mitsuri's gaze and continued. Try after try, it just kept floating down to my limbs as if I had a gravitational pull in my body. I felt so embarrassed in front of her, knowing that she's a whole pro at this, watching a noob like me get frustrated by the touch of a mere ribbon.

"It's okay if you can't do it yet! There's so many days to practice and practice! I know you can do it!" Mitsuri smiled kindly at me, standing up as I huffed from self-anger. I sighed, grasping the wand in my hand as I tried calming down. "Yeah, sorry. I'll keep trying," I told her as I placed the wand down on the floor. "Don't worry about it. Now, let's go get ready for bed, yes?" "...Okay."

...To be continued...