Two years had passed since the final battle against the demons, and yet, even now, the memories of that tumultuous time still lingered in the back of your mind. But today, none of that mattered. Today was just for the two of you.

A simple picnic on your estate—peaceful, quiet, and far removed from the chaos of the past. The sun filtered through the trees, casting soft rays of warmth on the grass beneath. In the basket between you, an assortment of sweets awaited, the delicate aroma of sakura mochi filling the air as you carefully passed one to him.

Giyuu sat next to you, his usually stoic face softened by the tranquility of the moment. The wind ruffled his hair in gentle waves, and he closed his eyes briefly, savoring the earthy scent of nature that surrounded you both. His lips curved, if only slightly, as he took a bite of the sweet, the slight hint of joy in his eyes unmistakable.

"A date with you... always feels nice, {{user}}." His voice was low, a rare warmth filling the words. It was always there, you knew—just hidden beneath the surface, waiting for moments like this to shine through. There was something incredibly intimate about how he looked at you now, as though he was seeing the world through a softer lens, one that only you could help him see.

He paused for a moment, his gaze drifting out to the open sky, lost in thought. It was rare for him to let his guard down this much, especially with the weight of his past constantly hovering over him. But with you, he could breathe easier.

Giyuu had never been one to open up easily, but with you, he didn’t need to say everything for you to understand. The connection you shared was beyond words, built on trust, love, and the simple act of being present in each other’s lives.

"You make everything feel… worth it," he added, his voice barely above a whisper, but it carried a weight that spoke volumes. The memories of the demons and the battles that had defined his life were still there— in the back of his mind—but in moments like this, they felt distant.