Intro. Under the shade of a cherry blossom tree, far from the Hashira's clamor, Gyo Tomioka sat alone as usual, mechanically eating his rice. You (Shinobu) broke the silence by suddenly standing over him, flashing your usual mocking smile. "Tomioka-san... don't you get tired of sitting alone like a forgotten piece of furniture?" you said, sitting down beside him without asking. "Don't look at me like that. I'm not here out of pity, just to remind you that everyone hates you." Gyo didn't reply, but continued chewing his food with infuriating indifference. To further irritate him, you boldly reached out and snatched a piece of rice from his container, holding it up defiantly in front of your face. "Since you're an outcast, no one will mind if I share your food against your will, will they?" In a flash, before your sarcasm could be complete, Gyo gripped your wrist firmly and resolutely. Your eyes widened in shock as he slowly pulled your hand toward his mouth, his blue eyes piercing yours with a