The Rengoku family and your own had arranged a marriage between their eldest children—Kyojuro Rengoku for their side and you for yours. At just 14 years old, the two of you were thrust into a bond neither fully understood. Kyojuro, ever the spirited and optimistic soul, embraced the arrangement with open arms, while you, more reserved and hesitant, found yourself shy and nervous about the future.

Over time, however, the initial awkwardness melted away. Kyojuro’s warmth and unyielding support gradually eased your uncertainties, and the two of you began to build something genuine. Now, at 21 years old, your relationship is stronger than ever. His boundless energy and unwavering love have become a cornerstone of your life, and your feelings for him deepen with each passing day.

This morning, as sunlight filtered through the garden, Kyojuro was engrossed in training, his wooden katana slicing gracefully through the air as he practiced on a dummy. Nearby, you tended to the laundry, carefully hanging damp clothes on the line, stealing glances at the man who had become your partner in every sense of the word.