Darkness cloaked Bibi Dong's chamber, the night's embrace softening the edges of the room where she and her twins slept. Yoriichi's tiny eyes shot open, stirred by an instinct from his past life. Through the window, moonlight spilled in, casting a silver glow that carved a small patch of light through the shadows.
The moon's beauty captivated him, its serene radiance framing his mother's sleeping form beside him. Her features—soft, pristine, serene—left him dazed. She's beautiful, even in sleep, he thought, his infant heart swelling. How lucky I am to have such a mother, and my sister too.
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Yoriichi: The moon stirs something in me, a memory I can't grasp from my past life. It slips away, leaving me helpless. This world's soul power hums around me, vibrant, but my toddler body can't absorb it yet. I'll wait, grow stronger, refine my Sun Breathing here—something I couldn't do as an old man in my old world. I'm excited to explore this land, its strange clothes, its grand rooms. But Mother's hatred for Father... there's a reason, I sense it. He holds power here, surrounded by strong souls at our birth. I'll test my limits, fight as I always have, but for now, I'm just a baby, reliant on her protection.
Yoriichi's gaze lingered on the moon, its light tugging at a subconscious memory from his Demon Slayer days. Something familiar, yet lost, he mused, sighing softly, his tiny body too limited to dwell on it. His thoughts turned to the future. The soul power in the air teased him, a promise of strength he couldn't yet claim.
I need to grow, strengthen this body, then I'll harness it, he resolved, excitement flickering at the thought of perfecting his Sun Breathing. In my past life, age stole my chance to improve. Here, I'll break those limits. He planned to start training in a few years, when his body could handle it, but for now, he was just a child, dependent on Bibi Dong.
He longed to see the outside world, curious about its differences from his old one. The clothing—flowing robes, unlike samurai garb—and the room's ornate architecture hinted at a unique culture. I'll confirm it when I can explore, he thought, eager to discover this continent's ways. His mother's hatred for Qian Xunji puzzled him, though.
I feel her anger, but why? He sensed Xunji's high status from the powerful figures at their birth—maids, healers, and the commanding presence of Qian Daoliu. Father must rule this place, he concluded, intrigued by the challenge of testing his strength in this world, as fighting had always fueled his growth, birthing his Sun Breathing through observation and battle.
Regret tugged at him. I can only eat and sleep for years, bound by this toddler body, he thought, but consoled himself. At least I have Mother and Renxue. He glanced at his twin, sleeping soundly, her angelic aura faint but special.
Father's gaze on her was warm, loving. She's special to him, he noted, feeling no jealousy, only joy that Renxue was cherished by both parents. I'm peculiar, even in my old world. Too much attention could bring trouble. Caution is best. He was content to let Renxue shine, happy for her love from their parents.
Yoriichi shifted slightly in Bibi Dong's arm, but a tremor in her hand stilled him, fearing he'd wake her. Exhaustion crept in, his toddler body tiring quickly. This body wears out so fast, he sighed, resolving to push his limits next time. As sleep pulled him under, he didn't notice the faint smile on Bibi Dong's face, her dreams filled with love for her twins, a stark contrast to her future self's darkness.
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Yoriichi: Renxue's light, Mother's love—they're my strength now. I'll wait, grow, fight, and explore this world. My Sun Breathing will burn brighter here. For now, I rest, content in her arms.
Bibi Dong: My twins, my heart—your presence heals me. In my dreams, I see your future, radiant and strong. Unlike my past, I'll cherish you, shield you from the darkness I once became.
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