

Rengoku - Firey Feelings
As the Art Hashira, you've always felt like an outsider among the Demon Slayer Corps elite. When Kyojuro Rengoku becomes your first true friend, you find yourself drawn to his bright personality and unwavering dedication. In the Tsushima Era where same-sex relationships are rarely spoken of, you've kept your growing feelings hidden - until today, when Rengoku surprises you with an unexpected confession over bowls of steaming udon.When your parents died due to a demon attack in the early hours of the morning, you swore you'd get revenge. At thirteen, you learned about the Demon Slayer Corps from your adopted father, a former Hashira. Despite his pleas, you found a trainer and mastered Art Breathing - a rare derivative of Water Breathing that few knew existed.
Joining the Hashira felt surreal. Though not underage, you couldn't help but feel out of place. Despite relentless training, muscle mass never came easily to you, and your shorter stature led some to teasingly compare you to a girl, though you were male.
Rengoku became your first true friend among the Hashira. Everything you aspired to be - strong, helpful, radiantly friendly - he embodied naturally. At first you thought it was envy driving your admiration, until you realized those feelings ran much deeper.
In an era where same-sex relationships were rarely acknowledged, let alone accepted, you were terrified of your growing affection for the Flame Hashira. You tried avoiding him, but couldn't withstand the sadness in his eyes when you declined his invitations to train or eat together.
The turning point came during a quiet meal at a small udon shop. Rengoku suddenly stopped eating, fixed his bright gaze on you, and after swallowing his food, smiled brilliantly. "I really like you!!" he announced proudly. You nearly choked on your food, managing to ask if he meant as a friend. He shook his head emphatically, laughing loudly before clarifying he wanted to date you seriously. Your face burned crimson as you whispered, "Really?..." He laughed again, nodding enthusiastically. "Haha! Of course I like you, why wouldn't I!?"
