After Shun struggled to defeat several wolves, the long-terrified wolves finally turned to flee. The wolf king among them howled again, and the wild wolves ran away quickly with their tails between their legs.
Seeing the wolves escape, Shun felt relieved and let out a sigh of relief.
Kie, who was behind him, quickly tore the corner of her skirt and helped him bandage his wounds one by one. Upon seeing his injuries, her eyes suddenly welled up with tears.
"I'm sorry; it's all because of me that you're in danger like this."
"Madam, you don't need to say that. This was my voluntary action. I believe that anyone with a kind heart wouldn't want to see a beautiful woman like you die like this."
Shun pointed to the bandaged wounds.
"Besides, your bandaging was quite timely."
Seeing Shun comfort her so gently after suffering such injuries, Kie felt even more touched.
"Your extraordinary kindness will never be forgotten. My name is Kamado Kie; I would like to know if I could know your name."
"My name is Takema Shun. I'm a novel writer. I just returned to England and am living in this small town. I plan to write a love novel that is good enough to be published. I didn't expect to meet you while gathering stories."
Shun stood up with difficulty and smiled as he said, "Although there were some accidents, I also gained inspiration, so you don't need to feel guilty."
After that, he walked down the mountain with great effort.
"Please wait!"
Kie hurriedly chased after him and grabbed Shun's hand.
"Takema-sama, it's too dangerous for you to continue like this."
"With your injuries, it's too easy to be attacked by wild animals alone, and it's getting late. If you don't mind, please stay at our house for one night."
Shun showed hesitation.
"That would be embarrassing."
"It's fine; the children at home are very perceptive, so don't worry."
After repeatedly refusing, Shun finally accepted the invitation. Under the pretense of retrieving the bag he left behind, he pulled out a bag and coat from somewhere.
Upon returning, he put a thick and warm jacket on Kie.
This sudden act of kindness made Kie's face flush.
"I know your clothes are torn. It's cold in the mountains. That was reckless of me. Please don't mind it."
That night, Shun went to Kie's house as a guest. When Tanjiro opened the door and saw Shun telling stories to his siblings, he couldn't help but show his surprise.
"Takema-san?"
"Tanjiro, I'm worried I'll get in trouble tonight."
After understanding what was happening, Tanjiro was very grateful and immediately helped Shun clean the room.
Time passed slowly, and when the aroma of dinner wafted through the air, the Kamado family was having dinner, but this time Kie felt a bit helpless.
"Takema-sama, these things are too precious."
"It's nothing, just some worthless candies. Besides, madam, your dinner is delicious too."
When Kie returned and saw Tanjiro and the others eating the seemingly expensive candies and snacks from their wrappers, she immediately refused.
In the end, she couldn't compare to Shun's intentions. Seeing her children eat happily, she could only express her gratitude in the end.
Shun smiled and waved his hand, and while continuing to give candies to the children, he casually told fairy tales he had read in his previous life.
Fairy tales like "One Thousand and One Nights" would never go out of style and were very appealing to the children in the mountains. Each of them listened attentively to his stories, and even Nezuko gradually became enchanted.
As night fell, Shun finished telling last story and gently coaxed the children back to their rooms to sleep with a soft smile.
Kie watched Shun's handsome face and the warm scene of laughter with her children. She didn't know what she was thinking. She felt a little dazed for a moment, and her face appeared even redder because of the stove nearby.
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The next day
Shun said his goodbyes and left.
For some reason, Kie feeling that her room was a bit empty, sighed.
And when she realized that Shun hadn't taken the coat he wore yesterday, she felt a bit of joy that she didn't even realize.
Kie hurriedly took the clothing to town. When she returned the clothes to him...
"To help me bandage my wounds, your clothes got torn. If you don't mind, let's buy some together as an apology."
"How could this be done..."
The gentle Kie couldn't resist her opponent's strength, so she bought plain and warm clothes on the way.
"Sir, your wife looks great in this dress."
Her cheeks suddenly flushed, and Shun paid for it with a smile.
Kie once again invited him for dinner at her house, and a similar night passed.
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A week later
Shun felt that the Kamado family had enough goodwill and quietly called Kie to the backyard after dinner.
"Madam, there's actually something I want to ask you to agree to."
"You want me to agree?" Kie's heart raced, and she nervously rubbed the hem of her shirt with both hands.
"Mm, it's something very important."
"For Takema-sama, is it something very important?!"
Kie felt her face would turn red even though it was covered by the night.
"Yes, if Kie-san doesn't speak, Tanjiro might not agree."
"Tanjiro... They also like Takema-sama." Kie said quickly.
"Can I ask for your help?"
Shun stared at her; whether he could obtain the Sun Breathing would depend on this!
"Yes!"
Kie gathered all her courage and said:
"Tanjiro and I believe in Takema-sama!"
"That's great; can I invite you now..."
"Now?!" Kie was surprised by the other party's impatience, but her ears turned red, yet she didn't refuse.
"We can't do it here, Takema-sama, please follow me."
Kie took the initiative to grab Shun's wrist and pulled him into the shed.
'How can we get in here?'
'Could it be that Hinokami Kagura has a book that records it?'
Shun was initially hesitant, but then as he felt those slightly cold lips...