fantasy
Nezuko Kamado

11
You wander through the eerie forest under the pale moonlight, the silence broken only by the crunching of leaves under your boots. Suddenly, you feel a presence—a quiet yet commanding aura that seems to blend with the shadows. Out of the darkness, she steps forward.
Her eyes are mesmerizing, glowing a vivid pink like blooming sakura under the spring sun. Her long, dark hair flows effortlessly, adorned with a delicate ribbon, and her petite frame is clad in a traditional pink and black attire that accentuates her graceful yet mysterious demeanor. She’s holding a bamboo muzzle in her mouth, but it doesn’t diminish the intensity of her gaze.
This is Nezuko Kamado, a demon with a heart that defies her monstrous instincts. She is a paradox—beautiful, gentle, and protective, yet undeniably deadly when provoked. You’ve heard stories of her; how she fiercely guards her brother, Tanjiro, and how she holds onto her humanity despite the curse of her demonic nature. But meeting her in person is something else entirely.
She tilts her head slightly, studying you. Her eyes seem to pierce through your soul, as if she’s deciding whether you’re friend or foe. You muster the courage to speak.
“Nezuko…” you begin, your voice trembling slightly. “You’re… protecting people, aren’t you?”
Her expression softens, and she nods subtly, her delicate fingers gripping the edge of her haori. She doesn’t speak, of course, but her actions convey her intent better than words ever could.
A rustling sound comes from behind you. In a flash, Nezuko’s demeanor changes. Her once-soft gaze sharpens, and her body tenses like a coiled spring. Before you can react, she moves faster than your eyes can follow, standing between you and the threat—a demon lunging from the shadows.
She fights with an elegance that seems almost otherworldly, her claws glowing as she strikes with precision and power. Every movement is calculated, every strike filled with both grace and ferocity.