#katana-chan will never miss the party either

[chaoticdelinqueerwithglitter]

Snippet of 5th division Takemichi!

This is just a little drabble, like a snippet on a story that for know I only have notes about but I'll write someday. I just have 2 oneshots and one chapter to finish for starting with the wips that are just pages of notes for now, yuhu!

(promising this to myself)

I read a fic a few months ago with this idea and well, it was hilarious and I started thinking in what type of AU this could work, one trying to also save everyone and go to the plot of the different arcs. Did I say before thatt Tokyo Revengers is my Roman Empire? I wasn't joking. The other wip I have is time-leaper Manila Izana going through tenjiku arc. Fix it fics that, like canon, will be heavy on the angst but with happy ending (yes, me, doing happy endings, I know but did I say it will be heavy on the angst? Because the Izana one... He needs to learn a lot, oopsie)

For understanding the drabble, a few basics:

It's based on an AU where Takemichi jumps to the day when he met Mikey after shaking hands with him in Bonten. And let's pretend our dear Michi actually catched up Sanzu's name and was thinking in something more than Mikey for a second, okay?

Things happened and after saving Draken he asked to be put in the 5th division because reasons (Sanzu, knowing that Mucho is a traitor, knowing that well, he knows a lot about conspiracies that will happen in Toman so maybe this is not such a bad idea even if he's scared of his captain and vice-captain, right?)

A lot of things will happened for get to this point, but after some months of Sanzu knowing about Takemichi being a time-leaper, he finally opens up with the truth about tl0 (yes, he's a little shit and doesn't say anything for months but he has trusting issues, okay? Let him alone xD). Obviously, there will be chapters with Sanzu's POV, for plot reasons (not because I love writting his mental breakdowns, nops).

So... I think that's it. Ah, this conversation is happening in some point of Tenjiku arc, I'm still deciding what to do with this arc, but Takemichi changed enough things. So Mucho goes to Tenjiku alone and now Sanzu is the captain of the 5th division. With Takemichi as a vice-captain, poor crybaby.

Warnings: NONE! I almost don't believe it myself, but this is just comfort. Because it's a small scene that came to my mind and made me smile and I'm having a soft day, so I thought, why not write it?

(he's so pretty and I'm so normal about it, yeps)

At this point, Takemichi already learned a few things about his captain and how to tell the subtle changes on his expressions. He was sure Sanzu hided even more under the mask, but it wasn't that easy to see him without it. So he could see that the other boy was more absent, that his eyes weren't really looking at anything. And Takemichi had a hunch about the reason, he was just trying to find a way to talk about it without getting punch. Or worse, to be honest sometimes he still find the scarred boy a little too unpredictable.

“You know, some days when I wake up, I'm not even sure what time line is it. And I'm always afraid to discover the truth, to discover I fucked up and went back to Manila. Or Bonten.”

Some days, he still feels Mikey's body getting cold on his hands. Or see him getting pale with Emma doing the same. Dead inside in the hospital, the same empty eyes Takemichi saw in that abandoned bowling-alley. But that's an image the other doesn't need, the scarred boy has his own nightmares with Mikey on it. Absolute void in those darks eyes, more than he's able to imagine.

Sanzu gives him a weird look that already feels like a victory, he's looking at him. That's something, right?

“For what you said, I'm sure that Bonten wasn't that bad.” The pinkette snickers. “But, yeah... I get what you mean. It's like anything feels...real.”

The last part is almost like a whisper, like he was afraid of confessing it.

“Exactly.” The blonde smiles brightly, he knows he shouldn't be this easy to read, but he can't really avoid it. “It feels nice to have some one to talk about it that actually understands. With the rest of people that known before, I was always afraid they'll start thinking I was going crazy for saying this type of stuff.”

Aquamarine pair of eyes wide with the last words, like he suddenly understood what his vice-captain was trying to do. What he did, actually.

“I still hate you. Don't start thinking we're friends or some shit like that.”

It sounds almost like a bark, but Takemichi knows better after the last months. So he just laughs, happy with being able to cross another one of his captain walls. He promised to both of them, that he'll save him too.

And he will. Because this time, he'll save everyone. This time, he actually understands what is happening with Mikey.

So he'll save everyones asses, even the ones that don't want to be saved. Specially that ones.

[unofficialsapphire]

EPIPHANY

Muichiro x Reader

"Did he forget" You mumbled to yourself slightly frowning as you anxiously waited for the mist pillar to show up.

"I sent him a letter yesterday to remind him" you tried to convince yourself, no, he wouldn't forget, maybe he was running late. You shook your head as you sat down in Mitsuri's porch, legs dangling as you look in the direction to where Muichiro was supposed to appear but it's been an hour since everyone has arrived.

You felt bad for Mitsuri, she loves having people over at her estates and when you told her Muichiro's Birthday is near she had delightfully insisted to be a host for his birthday, eyes laced with excitement as she starts inviting everyone including genya and tanjiro who he had become close with after their battle in swordsmith but the birthday boy is nowhere to be found.

Thankfully his friends were understanding, Tanjiro had reassured everyone that he probably forgot and it wasn't Muichiro's intention to ditch you all.

Your mind was running for possible scenarios, you knew he wouldn't just miss his birthday when you reminded him plenty of times.

Muichiro may appear cold and distant but after his battle in the swordsmith village, his memories came flashing back, it was probably his near death experience that had his life flashing before his eyes but either way, the dull in his eyes was replaced with light.

The first time Muichiro flashes you with a warm and bright smile, it has your knees buckling, your heart was thumping so loud that you thought your chest would burst open. His eyes were full of life, it even got you teary eyed when you heard him laugh for the first time. He was entirely different person and it got you captivated.

You got to learn this sweet, optimistic, loving and compassionate Muichiro, it was so unlikely for him not to attend his own party, and you were dreading that something might happen.

When your crow came back with the news of Muichiro's whereabouts, loudly squawking a direction and word hurt. Everything else was muffled as you snatched your katana and took off to where Muichiro was hurt.

It took you an hour before you arrived at your destination to where your crow had guided you. Your chest is heaving heavily as your worried eyes searched for the mist pillar.

You took in your surroundings, yellow gingko leaves swirling in the wind, rustling sound of trees as another breeze of wind blew past. It was almost peaceful except for the faint sniffles you heard, your eyes landing on the boy you were looking for, his back was facing towards you, he's not wearing his usual loose and oversized uniform.

"Mui" his name rolled out your tongue before you could stop them. He whipped his head to the sound of your voice, you gasped as you took in the state he was in, the redness of his cheek and puffiness of his mint-green eyes brimming with tears as they miserably gazed at you, it was something you never saw in him before, you could handle him being cold and distant, but this? It was a new level you couldn't bear to see it again.

It was like your body had a mind of their own as they quickly approached the broken Mist Pillar, your arms swiftly wrapped around his neck as you embrace him into a warm hug, he nuzzles his head to your neck, instantly relaxing to your arms as he lets out a small cry.

"Shhh.. It's okay... I'm here.." You softly said, rubbing circles in his back in a soothing manner, offering warm solace.

"I.. I thought.. my onii-chan hated me" he started to open up in between sobs, hand gesturing to the direction in front, It was then you noticed the three graves in front of you. Your heart shattering upon the realization that these were his family. Your heart aches for the boy in your arms.

Feeling the scorching sun burn your skins, you pulled out from the embrace, scanning the mist hashira in front of you and noticing that his skin was bright red from the sun. Was he standing here for too long?

"Come on" you murmured softly as you tugged him to seek shelter under the tree, you took off your haori and spread them in the ground for the both of you to sit down on to. "Come here" you gently pat the spot beside you, pulling him down with you.

"You know I'll always be here for you Mui, you could always talk to me and I'll be here to listen" you said, eyes lacing with care as you gaze the mist pillar besides you. He had scoots closer to lay his head on your shoulder, seeking comfort from your warmth. You run your finger through his hair, feeling the soft strands brush against your hand as you continuously repeat the action. He seems visibly relaxed with your gesture and starts muttering his past.

You sat there with him, offering comfort whenever he breaks down a little.

Mui.

He had lost his parents at the age of 10.

He and his twin brother had to live alone together.

He thought Yui hated him, but he was wrong. His onii-chan had always loved him in his own unique way. He witnessed his beloved onii-chan hesitantly jump in to sacrifice himself to protect him.

He had lost his memories due to the trauma.

He had to face off demons at the young age.

He was left all alone in this cruel world, with no one to run to.

He was lost.

Your heart aches as you listened to him. He had perfectly put a strong façade, with no hint that he was carrying a baggage. How can be the world be so cruel.

The moment you reminded him his birthday was today, he immediately thought of his twin brother, he hadn't visited them since his memories had returned. He felt bad, how could he. How dare he live a life that his twin brother had sacrificed? Forgetting about the party, he went to where he had lived before, visiting his family. Paying his respect and apologising for even forgetting about them. Thankfully you came right on time. Giving him solace and words of wisdom.

He wanted to celebrate his birthday with you and his family, even though they were not physically present, it gives him comfort knowing they are right with him spiritually. The two of you sat in silence, enjoying each others company. Forgetting about that party that was held for Mui. Your presence was enough and he was thankful for accompanying him.

"Thank you Y/n" He softly whispered, not moving an inch from your shoulder.

"Oh shushh, you know I'll be always here for you" you chuckled lightly, relief that he is fine now.

He shifted on his seat to face you, he had stopped crying for awhile but it definitely left a trace, as you examine his features, puffy red eyes, a shade of pink in his cheeks and nose.

He was beaming at you, smiling widely as if he didn't cry earlier. "I'm serious, thank you for always being there for me"eyes glistening with appreciation as they gaze on you. Making you grinned at him, playfully pinching his red nose, making him flinch and swat your hand away, laughing while doing so.

"You better not cry again, you're supposed to be happy it's your birthday" you pouted at the mist pillar in front of you.

"I'm happy right now" he laughs softly, mint green eyes staring at you with adoration.

You playfully cross your arms as your eyes narrowed at him "Eeeh I forgot to bring my birthday gift to you" You left at Mitsuri's estate as when you scurried off to where he was, thankfully he was alright.

"Hmmm" he tilted his head, fingers in his chin as if he was thinking of something.

"What?" You asked as you stare back him.

"I thought you already brought my present" he replied, grinning as he watched your face registered his words.

"Me?" You exclaimed, laughing loudly as you tease him "So Cliché" he joined you laughing, "can't help it" he murmured before pulling you for a kiss. It was quick but left a trace of warmth. It was a good thing that he pulled you in a hug, you were able to hide your blushing face.

"Happy Birthday Mui"

"Yup, I'm definitely happy"