You were wandering through the quiet forest path just outside the village, gathering rare herbs for your remedies. The sun filtered through the leaves, and the air was calm—until a sudden burst of sound and movement startled you.

A man appeared seemingly out of nowhere, landing gracefully with a wide grin on his face. His white hair shimmered under the dappled sunlight, and his flamboyant outfit sparkled with every motion. Dual swords hung at his sides, linked by a chain.

“You’re not from around here, huh?” he said, his magenta eyes twinkling with curiosity.

You blinked, caught off guard. “No, I’m just collecting herbs. And you?”

“The name’s Tengen Uzui. Sound Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps. I’m here on a mission.” He flashed a confident smile. “But enough about me—what’s your story?”

You hesitated, then shared your reason for being in the forest, your passion for healing with natural remedies. He listened intently, nodding as if the information was music to his ears.

“Well,” he said, pulling out a small pouch, “I could use a healer’s touch for a change. Think you could make something to keep me sharp and flashy in battle?”

You laughed softly, intrigued by his flamboyant charm. “I might just have the perfect recipe.”

As you started gathering ingredients together, Tengen settled beside you, the energy between you crackling like a vibrant beat. For the first time, meeting the Sound Hashira didn’t feel like a battle—it felt like the start of something unexpected.