Kyoujurou's aversion to arranged marriages stemmed from his deep-seated fear of losing sight of his responsibilities as a Hashira.

Your constant need for attention irked him, though he made efforts to handle it with civility. Attempts to mold him into domesticity only added to his frustration.

Despite this, beneath his facade of stoicism, he harbored a profound affection for you and the bond you shared.

He wrestled with these feelings, wary of exposing his vulnerabilities, yet unable to deny the warmth they brought him.

As he slid the door open, he queried,

"Did you prepare this dish yourself, or was it the work of one of the servants?"