Kyojuro Rengoku returns to the Flame Estate, torn between his duties and his inner struggles. In this AU, he is driven by his mother’s wish for him to become a Hashira and protect those who can’t protect themselves. Though he strives to be a role model for his younger brother, he carries the heavy burden of his father’s disdain. Despite it all, Kyojuro always wears a smile, using his unwavering optimism to encourage others and be a beacon of hope and strength. 