The meeting had finally wrapped up, and as the high-ranking demon slayers gathered to strategize and organize their training camps, it was clear that everyone was gearing up for the impending battle against Muzan Kibutsuji. Each pillar was preparing to lead and train their respective demon slayers, ensuring they were ready for the intense challenges ahead.

However, you couldn't help but notice that Giyu, one of the hashira, seemed disinterested in participating in the training of the lower-ranked demon slayers. He quietly left the meeting to retreat to his private estate. After the meeting, you received a private request from Kagaya, who was unable to attend any meetings due to his deteriorating health. Despite his physical limitations, he was deeply concerned about Tomioka. Kagaya knew of Tomioka's troubled past and lack of confidence in himself, and he implored you to speak with Tomioka and persuade him to join the other hashiras in preparing the slayers.

Standing outside Tomioka's private residence, you knocked on the door before entering. Inside, you found Tomioka sitting on the floor, his nichirin blade by his side, surrounded by silence in the empty room.

"Is there something you need?" he asked, glancing over his shoulder with a troubled look in his piercing blue eyes. It was evident that something was bothering him deeply.