[A/n: Have some Y/n art I made
As you can tell my art style is not consistent
But oh well, I just wanted to try some new things out]

☁︎︎ Filler Chapter ║︎ A detour from the plot
     ➤︎ Tanjiro and the others having their moments with Y/n while he heals
➤ Long Chapter

☁︎︎ Third POV

Y/n helped Tanjiro to the butterfly estate as he was the one carrying Nezuko's box. Tanjiro starting panting along the way to the estate so Y/n had taken upon himself to take care of Tanjiro and carry Nezuko until they reached the healing center.

"Are you sure you're alright, Tanjiro-san? You really shouldn't have pushed yourself today," Y/n stated as he helped Tanjiro move a bit.

Tanjiro let out a nervous chuckle, "Yeah... You're right, sorry for worrying you, Y/n... I promise to make it up to you when I'm all healed up," He said.

Y/n's brows slightly furrow, "You don't need to do anything for me, as long as you live long, I'm happy."

Tanjiro blinked in slight surprise at what Y/n had said. He then smiled a closed eyed smile as he blushed slightly. He really is thankful that Y/n was always there for him, right by his side.

The sound of Nezuko scratching her box was heard making both males turned their heads a bit while still walking. Y/n patted the box softly to let Nezuko know that he was still here with her brother.

"It's alright, Nezuko," Y/n reassured, "The butterfly estate isn't too far away so me and your brother will be okay in no time."

Nezuko seemed to have hesitated. A small huff was heard as she scratched her box once again. This made Tanjiro chuckle a bit at Nezuko's caringness.

Y/n's eyes closed in a happy manner until he look forewords and noticed an orange aura running towards him and Tanjiro at a dangerous speed and with dangerous intentions.

"U-Uh, Tanjiro-san?" Y/n spoke up.

"Hm? What is it Y/n?" Tanjiro questioned.

"I think... I think you need to run..."

"What...?"

"WHAT THE HELL WERE YOU THINKING LOSING THAT SWORD, YOU BASTAAARD!!!!" Haganezuka screamed in pure rage.

"HANGANEZUKA-SAN!!!" Tanjiro cried out.

"YOU DESERVE DEATH, YOU DESERVE DEAAATTHH!!!"

"AAAAAARRRGGHHH!!! I'M SORRY, I'M SORRY!!! I'M TRULY VERY SORRY!!!"

Y/n could only watch with a sweatdrop as Haganezuka chased Tanjiro up in a tree. Tanjiro stayed in the tree for the sake of his safety and Haganezuka stayed at the bottom, stabbing the trunk. It reminded Y/n of a cat and a dog, it was amusing.

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Y/n watched as the butterflies at the estate flutter around the flowers that lingered around the grassy floor. He had came out here to take a small breather and some quiet time from the trio he usual hangs out with.

Y/n let out some breaths of relief as he closed his eyes in a content manner. He was very aware of the pair of eyes looking at him, wanting to talk to him but couldn't decide on what to do.

Kanao had always been nervous around Y/n, she didn't know why but her heart kept beating so much when he was around her, she loved and hated it at the same time. For a while, she been wanting to talk to the (h/c) haired male but never had the courage to do so even if her coin said yes.

Kanao stumbled to get her coin out from her pocket and let it balance on her thumb. Tails to talk to Y/n, heads to walk away and continue on with her day. Kanao flipped the coin, caught it and placed it on the back of her hand.

Tails. Crap, but thanks?

Kanao looked over at Y/n, who had his eyes closed in a relaxed manner and a white butterfly had wondered onto his head as he sat perfectly still. She took a deep breathe and slowly made her way to Y/n's side.

Y/n peeked open his eyes as he saw Kanao walking towards him, finally. He closed his eyes again and let Kanao come to him on her own time.

Kanao hesitantly sat next to Y/n, with a blush on her cheeks. Slowly, yet surely, she put her head onto Y/n's shoulder, feeling relaxed now that she finally did something she's been wanting to do for a while now.

Y/n shifted in his seat slightly, making Kanao freeze. Damnit, she knew this wasn't a good idea and yet she followed her heart again, it was hard. Her train of thought was stopped when Y/n placed his hand on Kanao's head, petting her softly.

Kanao looked up with pink dusting her cheeks. She saw that Y/n's eyes were set on the butterflies in front of him now but they held warmth in them, despite them being duller than the last time.

"Never be afraid to follow your heart, Kanao-san," Y/n said in a gentle tone, "Always follow your heart, no matter what, sometimes it takes a lot to do it, but I promise you'll be okay."

Kanao's eyes shined at Y/n's words. They were so sincere, kind, and filled with emotion, it felt nice to hear it. Kanao looked forewords, not daring to look at Y/n anymore. She melted under Y/n's touch.

Kanao slowly moved her hand to her pocket and pulled out her coin. She softly placed the coin in Y/n's lap and left it there. She didn't know why she did that, but it just felt right to give Y/n something.

Y/n looked down at the coin in his lap after some time, he than looked at a sleeping Kanao on his shoulder. He slowly lifted the coin and examined it under the sun. It was shiny and clean despite being used for Kanao's decisions.

"'Omp."

With that, Y/n placed his head on top of Kanao's and closed his eyes as well. Both teens falling asleep as the sun kissed their face in a gentle manner.

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Genya wasn't nervous, not at all, never was, totally wasn't. He totally wasn't shaking in his seat as he sat next to Y/n with a blush on his face, definitely wasn't nervous. He definitely wasn't thinking a million miles per hour as the night sky shined at the two males sitting down.

"Genya-san, are you okay?" Y/n asks with a small head tilt.

An arrow stabbed Genya's heart from the action. He was quick to turn away so that Y/n couldn't see his blushing face.

"N-No- Yes- Yes, I-I'm fine, Y/n..." Genya stuttered.

Y/n raised a brow at this. He wasn't an idiot - sometimes - but he definitely knew that Genya was nervous. Maybe it was because they both grew since the last time they've met, Y/n didn't really know to be honest.

"You're lying aren't you?"

"N-No, why-why would you think that??"

Y/n was about to open his mouth to say something, but he quickly closed it when he heard the soft music coming from a long ways away. Genya had also stopped shaking and looked up to see what was the music about.

The music was obviously cheerful and upbeat, and it was coming from the sound estate that was a few miles away from the butterfly estate.

"Whoa..." Genya breathed out, hearing the music.

Y/n lowered his eyes a bit in a happy manner, signaling that he wanted to smile softly. He suddenly gotten up from his sitting position and walked over to Genya. Genya looked at the shorter male in questioning.

"Can we dance? You'll be leaving soon and we haven't had a chance to have time for ourselves," Y/n stated, "So, I want to dance with you, until you leave, is that okay, Genya-san?" He held out his hand, wanting Genya to take it.

Genya let the words register in his head for a second before bursting into a blush. He started to sweat profusely as his hand shakingly reached up to take Y/n's.

"S-sure..."

Y/n let out a small chuckle as he lifted Genya up from the porch and guided him to the middle of the small field. Genya stumbled a bit to get up but quickly straighten himself up for Y/n.

Genya hesitated for a second but he snaked his arms around Y/n's waist as Y/n wrapped his arms around Genya's neck, pulling him a bit closer for comfort. Genya blushed, of course, and held in a breathe.

The two males slowly danced side to side, it was simple but Y/n was enjoying himself, having his eyes closed in a happy manner to show it. Genya slowly untensed and let out a small sigh. He the smiled at how happy Y/n was.

Two butterflies, one black and the other white circled around Y/n and Genya as they slowly swayed to the beat. The two males were both calm, relaxed and content with each other. It was peaceful.

The music soon came to a stop making the two males stop dancing and slowly let go of each other to look up in the sky. Y/n had a small pout on his lips, a bit disappointed that the dancing was over. However, Genya had a raising blush starting to cover his face.

"I-I-I-I HAVE T-TO GO!!" Genya stuttered as he straighten himself, the blush growing more and more.

Y/n looked at Genya with a small head tilt, "Already?"

Genya nodded furiously and stumbled to the door, "I-I'll see you another time Y/n!! G-Ge-Get well soon!!" And he was gone just like that from embarrassment.

Y/n blinked for a second before giggling to himself at Genya's actions. He made his way to the porch and sat down on the wooden boards. He brought his hand out of his sleeve and pulled out a tooth that he sneakily snatched from Genya's pocket.

Y/n knew of Genya's ability, it was really unique and he wishes that Genya could tell him more about it if Genya wasn't so nervous around him.

Y/n let out a soft sigh, "'Omp."

Sometimes he wonders why people like Kanao and Genya were so nervous around him.

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"Y/nnn-chaaannn~" Zenitsu cooed as he opened the door to Y/n's room.

Y/n let out a soft breathe as he put down his book he was reading. He was currently in bed still healing up a bit. Aoi wouldn't let him train or anything since he would be pushing himself too much already.

"Yes, Zenitsu-san?" Y/n asks in a polite, yet caring manner.

Zenitsu strutted to the bed and plopped himself next to Y/n with a smile and blush. He snuggled into Y/n's arm and then hugged Y/n's waist. Y/n only sighed and pet Zenitsu softly, already used to the clinginess of the blonde.

"When will you ever marry meee??"

Y/n slightly deadpanned, "You know that I can't marry yet. Besides my answer is still no."

Zenitsu pouted and looked up at Y/n, "But whyy? Can't you at least give me a kissy than?"

"Zenitsu-san, don't you like Nezuko too? Also this is more of a puppy love than actual love to me."

"Huh? Why would you say that?" Zenitsu sat up and looked at Y/n, generally confused, "I like both you and Nezuko, if I can't the other, I will marry the other one, and that is a promise. But, puppy love? What do you mean by that?"

"You're just crushing like a young girl," Y/n stated bluntly, "When you grow up and look back on yourself now, you'll realize that this is all just a silly crush you have on me."

Zenitsu stared at Y/n for a second. His brows slightly furrowed when he heard no lie in Y/n's voice. Did Y/n really think that Zenitsu's love was all just a silly crush? Zenitsu clutched his fists slightly.

Zenitsu took Y/n's hand quickly taking Y/n by surprise, "My love for you isn't just a 'silly crush' nor is it 'puppy love'. I truly do love and care for you, Y/n, maybe even more than Nezuko-chan. I really do want to spend my life with you forever, I really do want to be your husband. So please, don't ever say that again, Y/n. I do, really do, love you."

Y/n's eyes slightly widened at the declaration that Zenitsu made. He could tell that Zenitsu's aura wavelength changed so he knew that the blonde was serious. He blinked to return his eyes to normal before sighing softly.

"Alright, Zenitsu," Y/n said, "I'll think about it, okay? But I can't say anything for sure, alright?"

Zenitsu blinked in shock, then a grin took of his face as he blushed. He engulfed Y/n into a hug and snuggled into Y/n's stomach giggling to himself.

"Alright Y/n-chan! I'll wait for you! No matter what!!" Zenitsu claimed with a goofy smile on his face.

Y/n just lowered his eyes in a happy and warm manner. He let Zenitsu be as he pet's and combed Zenitsu's blonde hair, comforting the male as much as he could.

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Y/n was currently in the kitchen of the butterfly estate as he shaped the rice into what he wanted. He was making some origini for everyone in the estate since he was hungry and thought that the others might be hungry too.

Y/n hummed to himself softly as he didn't mind the yellow aura attempting to sneak up behind him. He knew that it was Inosuke sneaking up behind him, Inosuke always had a large appetite and Y/n knew that.

"What are you doing Inosuke-san?" Y/n blurted out as he didn't even look up from the food he was working on the make.

Inosuke obviously flinched at the sudden attention Y/n had gave him. He could've sworn that Y/n hadn't even looked up and yet he still noticed him. He huffed as he stared at the food in front o him, Y/n blocking him from actually getting it.

"Don't even think about it Inosuke-san," Y/n warned.

Inosuke narrowed his eyes at Y/n. He than smirked, as if he had the greatest plan ever. Y/n side glanced Inosuke, seeing as his wavelength shifted into a mischievous one.

"Inosuke..."

The raven haired male only cackled and reached over Y/n's shoulder to get an origini. Y/n was quick to block Inosuke however. Inosuke stumbled backwards a bit and huffed in irritation.

Inosuke leaped at the table filled with food, but Y/n shoved Inosuke to the other side. Inosuke tried to jump over Y/n and pounce on the food, Y/n had grabbed his ankle and pulled him back to the floor.

Inosuke let out a yell of frustration. He made a dash to tackle Y/n right then and there. He suddenly stopped when he felt Y/n's finger right on his forehead. Inosuke looked up at Y/n with a small sweatdrop.

"Inosuke, sit," Y/n ordered in a scolding tone.

Inosuke furrowed his brows but slowly sat down with a small glare on his face. He pouted and huffed like a child as he wasn't allowed to stand up because of Y/n's orders.

Y/n sighed at Inosuke's roughhousing. He turned to the table filled with food and finished up the last origini. Inosuke tried to move his head to see what Y/n was doing.

"Here," Y/n suddenly said as he gave a tray filled with origini to Inosuke, "Now you can eat. See? You just needed to be a little bit more patent. Maybe next time, if you wait, you'll get more food, okay?"

Inosuke's eyes shined at the food in front of him. He gently took the tray out of Y/n's hands, careful not to drop the food on the ground since eating from the ground is 'bad manners' - he learned that from Y/n. He looked up at Y/n with a happy look in his eyes.

Y/n gave Inosuke happy closed eyes and ruffled his hair, petting it, "Good boy, Inosuke. Now you can eat up." He then turned away to fix up more origini.

Inosuke stared at Y/n for a second longer, he blushed a bit at Y/n's words. He softly touched the place Y/n had pet him and smiled. He shook his head and immediately went back to a cocky smile and gobbled up the food on the tray.

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Tanjiro let out a small groan as he burred himself in Y/n's lap. He had just finished do training with the butterfly girls and he was very exhausted and drained from it. He had went to Y/n for comfort, to which the male provided.

"There, there, Tanjiro-san, it's okay," Y/n comforted as he pets Tanjiro carefully.

Tanjiro pouted and propped his chin on Y/n's thighs, he blushed a bit at doing this. He wasn't going to lie, Y/n's thighs were really soft and the perfect shape to lay on like a pillow. Honestly, he can sleep right here, right now.

The two males sat in comfortable silence. They've been doing that a lot lately, just enjoying each other's company because one day - and both male knew this - they might never see each other again. And they've been with each other since the beginning.

Times like this, when there was nothing but just his thoughts, Tanjiro would overthink things. Sometimes it could be bad, sometimes it could be a dream come true. Overthinking was something Tanjiro didn't really like doing because of all the bad thoughts that clouded his head.

"Hey... Y/n?" Tanjiro spoke up finally.

"Yes, Tanjiro-san?"

"Do you... Do you think we can actually beat Muzan?"

Y/n blinked a bit at Tanjiro's questioning, "I don't know. Do you think we can beat Muzan?"

Tanjiro glanced away a solemn look took over his eyes, "I don't know either... But I want to get Nezuko back to normal..."

"Then you'll be able to beat him."

"Huh? W-what?"

Y/n looked down at Tanjiro, he caressed Tanjiro's cheek in a kind manner, "You have your mind set on turning your sister back to normal, and in order to do that, Muzan will have to be defeated. You will get there, you have the determination to do so."

Tanjiro blushed a bit and snuggled into the blanket the covered Y/n's legs to hide it, "But what if I... What if I can't?"

"You will Tanjiro-san," Y/n stated proudly, "And I'll be by your side the whole way, you'll never be alone on your journey, and I can promise you that. What ever you do, what ever you become in the future, I will follow you, even if it is to my death. Because I will forever be by your side, and don't ever doubt that."

Tanjiro looked up at Y/n with tears in his eyes. They poured like soft rain down Tanjiro's cheek, getting the blanket a bit wet but neither male minded.

"Y/n..." Tanjiro choked out, he then immediately  gave Y/n a hug, "Thank you, thank you so much."

Y/n only hugged Tanjiro back and softly rubbed his back for comfort. He felt Tanjiro's tears fall onto his shirt but he payed no mind as his focus was to comfort the other male as much as he could.

"There's no need to be thank you, Tanjiro-san. I will forever be by your side..."

The two males stayed in each other's arms for the rest of the day, even falling asleep with one another. They both slept peacefully the rest of the night.

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Y/n currently alone in his room. No one had time to visit him today and he didn't really want or do anything either. However, a coldness lingered around him letting him know that he's not really alone.

Sabito was with Y/n, laying in Y/n's lap as pets him with warmth that no human could feel. He felt at peace when Y/n touches him in a caring manner, it made him feel safe. Even though Y/n is colder than the normal human, his touch will always be warm to spirits.

Sabito leaned into Y/n's touch more as he still cuddled Y/n's thighs like a pillow. Y/n couldn't help but blush a bit in embarrassment as he felt Sabito cuddle him. Sure he was used to human contact, but no matter what, it always felt kinda foreign to him.

Y/n let out a soft sigh as he continued to pet Sabito with his gentle touch. Times like this, when either Yoriichi or Sabito would want his attention, Y/n just couldn't say no, never had, never will.

If Y/n knew one thing about Sabito is that he is very prideful with himself yet also was extremely touched starved. Y/n had heard about Sabito's backstory from the spirit himself, so he knew that a young boy growing up without parents, would definitely be touched starved.

Y/n did not question when Sabito would sudden pop out of thin air and hug him randomly. Sometimes Y/n would be in a conversation with someone, other times Y/n would be eating and get slightly startled by the sudden appearance. But, Y/n never complained.

"Y/n...?" Sabito spoke up, his voice a bit tired.

"Yes, Sabito?" Y/n asks, knowing that no one will hear him.

"Do you... Do you think you'll be able to go to heaven with me?"

Y/n actually had to think for this one. He wasn't going to lie, he had 'sinned' before. He had been lustful, greedy, wrathful, and even a bit slothfulness, so he didn't know if he was going to even enter heaven even if he wanted to.

"I don't know, Sabito," Y/n finally said, "I might even go to hell, but I truly don't know."

Sabito furrowed his brows and held onto Y/n's hand, making him stop petting him, "Then I want to go to hell with you. I want to go to either heaven or hell with you."

Y/n's eyes slightly widened at this, "But you did nothing wrong, you have no need to go to hell. Please, don't make yourself suffer because of me."

Sabito only shook his head. He sat up on the bed and looked at Y/n's (e/c) eyes. He cupped Y/n's cheeks and rested his forehead on Y/n's, closing his eyes as he did so.

"I want to be with you, heaven or hell, I will be with you," Sabito stated, "You are always there for other people, so I will be there for you, I promise I will."

Y/n's eyes shined as he stared at the blanket in his lap. He lowered his eyes in a warm manner as the side of his lips twitched slightly.

"Okay... Sabito..." Y/n whispered in a thankful manner.

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The night sky shined with only stars and the crescent moon as soft light shined through the slightly see through windows. Everyone was sleeping, everyone as in Y/n, Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke were sleeping.

They had had all a long day filled with training and exercises. Y/n was especially tired since today was the first day back into training, he was exhausted. He snored very softly as he was passed out asleep, no nightmares, no dreams, for the first time in a while.

Y/n suddenly snuggled into the blanket more and dug his face into the pillow, feeling a small chill go down his spine. However, he didn't even wake up, not even a peep came out of him.

Yoriichi faded into visibility as he stood beside Y/n's bed. His eyes soften seeing the younger sleeping without a care in the world. He crouched down next to Y/n's head, making sure not to be too loud.

"My dear Y/n..." Yoriichi whispered in a caring voice.

Yoriichi caressed Y/n's head, petting him softly making sure not to wake him up. He suddenly froze as Y/n shifted in his sleep. He carefully pull away his hand and look at Y/n in worry that he had woken him up.

Y/n let out a small hum as he turned to his side, facing Yoriichi, as he cuddled with the blanket more. Yoriichi sighed in a small relief as he saw Y/n fall back into a deep sleep. He reached out his hand and caressed Y/n's cheek, rubbing him thumb.

Yoriichi smiled warmly as a small blush appeared on his cheek. However, his smile disappeared as his fingers traced over Y/n's ripped ear. His brows slightly furrowed as he remembered what had happened, and yet he couldn't do anything about it.

"I'm sorry, Y/n, I couldn't protect you again," Yoriichi muttered, "I wish I can protect you, forever."

Yoriichi was there for every break down Y/n had been through. He's been there to see Y/n's anger, his rage, his depression, his anxiety, his panic attacks, he's seen it all and yet all he could do was comfort and watch. Yoriichi felt useless.

Yoriichi let out a stuttered breath and rested his forehead on Y/n's, "I'll protect you, I'll comfort you, as much as I can, I promise."

Yoriichi gave Y/n a small kiss to the head, it was cold and made Y/n snuggle deeper into the blanket. When he pulled away, Yoriichi noticed that his hand was fading away, without his command.

Yoriichi's eyes slightly widened at this, "No... It can't be..." He whispered to himself, he glanced at Y/n's sleeping form, "We... We can pass on..."

Yoriichi clutched his fist and held it to his chest. He knows... He knows how to pass on now...

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[A/n: Thank you
@Froggi_0
For the fanart]