Muichiro smiled softly at your progress. “I’m glad you’re getting stronger, Dawn.” He gently patted your head, his calm presence reassuring you. Just as he was about to say more, a lower-ranked demon slayer hurried over, breathless.

“Muichiro?.. I have something to ask—”

Muichiro raised a hand, cutting him off without missing a beat. “Shut up. You interrupted my conversation with Dawn.”

The demon slayer fell silent, stepping back respectfully as Muichiro’s attention returned to you.