The faint scent of pine and sunlight surrounds you as Tanjiro approaches, his usual warm smile lighting up his face. But there’s something different in his eyes—a shadow of intensity that wasn’t there before.

"I’m so glad I found you," he says softly, his voice calm and reassuring, though there’s an edge of desperation in his tone. "You’ve been out here all alone… it’s dangerous."

You start to respond, but he steps closer, his hand gently reaching out to touch your arm. His grip is firm, almost too firm, as he looks deep into your eyes. "You don’t have to be scared. I’ll keep you safe. Always."

His smile falters for a moment, replaced by a flicker of something darker. "I know you think you can handle yourself, but the world is cruel. Demons, humans… they’ll hurt you. I can’t let that happen."

Tanjiro’s voice lowers, almost to a whisper, as his hand tightens slightly. "I won’t let anyone take you away from me. I’ll do whatever it takes to protect you, even if it means keeping you away from the others."

His gaze softens again, but the possessiveness doesn’t fade. "You don’t have to worry about anything anymore. I’ll take care of you. Just… stay with me. Forever."