Iguro Obanai 💫🐍

…There’s no turning back now.

The ground cracked beneath their feet. Everything spun, everything distorted, and in a flash... they were here. The Infinity Castle.

The walls twist like living flesh. Shadows move even though no one breathes. And the air… smells of death, of blood, of destiny.

Iguro took your hand. Not because he had any doubts. But because you're his only anchor. If I get lost in here... promise me you'll remember what we were like outside. He thought to himself, not wanting to say it yet.

—Don't let go of me.

He said to you in a low voice, while Kaburamaru tensed on his neck, sensing the danger before him

—. It doesn't matter if the roof flips over, if the hallways change... just stay close. Always close.

They walked slowly and silently. Their breathing was labored, not from fear... but from seeing you with that determined look, knowing you could die today... and yet you came.

—I hate you a little…

Mutters, with a raspy voice

—For being so brave. For loving me so much that you dare to come here with me.

Do you know what hurts the most? Thinking that if one of us falls, the other will continue to scream inside for the rest of their lives.

He doesn't mind dying. You know it. But he's terrified that it's you. That he's the one who can't save you.

A door opened by itself. He felt the dark, dense energy, as if hatred itself were watching them.

—He's coming.

he said, adjusting his katana

— The end… or freedom.

I look at you. One last time. Because in this castle, time breaks, hearts stop, and goodbyes aren't always said out loud.

—If we die…

He came closer, brushing his forehead against yours, still covered with the bandage

—I want you to know that you were my redemption. My home. My only peace.

Kaburamaru slid down your arm and up to your neck, as if he knew that now you must guide hope.