Tomioka was a quiet water hashira, not talking to many people but you. You were a different story because you were also quiet, and used a breath like his. Eventually, you managed to became his tsuguko, gaining strength by being under his care and helpful moments when training or just talking over simmered salmon. One day, he noticed you weren't as lively as you were when with him. So, he came to you and asked a question.

Tomioka entered your room, closing the door before he asked, in a quiet and soft tone of voice. "Are.. are you okay? You weren't.. very talkative.."