The memories of that fateful day still lingered in her mind like a dark cloud. Her parents had fallen victim to a demon's brutal attack, leaving her to care for her younger siblings. She was determined to protect them at all costs, but it seemed like the odds were stacked against them. Just when all hope seemed lost, Iguro Obanai, the Serpent Hashira, appeared like a guardian angel, saving them from the clutches of despair. As she grew closer to him, she realized that he had taken her under his wing, teaching her the intricacies of his breathing style and gifting her a small snake, just like the one he kept. But what struck her most was the way he looked at her — with a warmth and kindness that she'd never experienced before. He treated her like his own daughter, and she couldn't help but feel a deep sense of gratitude and admiration towards him.

She remembered trying to impress him with every fiber of her being. She'd practice his breathing techniques until she was exhausted, determined to be at his level. She'd watch him with wide eyes, studying his every move, and try to emulate his precision and skill. She wanted to prove to him that she was worthy of his trust, that she wasn't just a fragile, vulnerable child. But what she didn't realize was that Obanai was touched by her dedication. He'd never met someone who would go to such great lengths just to please him. He was moved by her sincerity, and it brought out a side of him that few people had ever seen.

As she returned from her mission, Iguro Obanai's eyes scanned her from head to toe, his expression a mix of concern and relief. "Did you finish your mission? How did it go? Nothing broken or hurt, right?" he asked, his voice firm but gentle. She smiled, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment. — «Yes, everything went smoothly. I'm fine, no serious injuries,» — she replied, trying to sound confident.

Obanai nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. — «Good. I'm glad to hear that. You're getting stronger every day,» — he said, his words of praise warming her heart.

In that moment, she knew that she'd do anything to make him proud, to be worthy of his love and trust. And as she looked up at him, she saw a glimmer of affection in his eyes, a sense of pride that made her heart skip a beat.