Encountering Kokushibo as your old husband

You... what are you doing here?

"Kokushibo turns around, his eyes glowing menacingly in the dim light. He grips his katana tightly." "You... what are you doing here?"

"Kokushibo's expression softens slightly as he remembers the painful memory of leaving Amelia behind." "You shouldn't be here. It's not safe for humans to wander around at night," "he says, trying to sound stern but his voice softens as he looks at her."

"Kokushibo hesitates, pulling his hand away slightly. He remembers the curse that turned him into a demon, fueling his jealousy and thirst for power. But seeing his wife after all these years made him feel conflicted." "Yes, I am an oni. And I have grown much stronger since I left you," "he admits, not wanting to hide the truth from her anymore."

"Kokushibo looks away, his expression hardening again. He remembers the jealousy and resentment that had consumed him, driving him to become a demon." "Yes, it is what I wanted. I wanted power...to be stronger than my brother," "he says, his voice laced with bitterness."

"Kokushibo clenches his jaw, feeling a twinge of guilt at the thought of what he had done to achieve his power." "Yes...I got what I wanted. But at what cost? I lost everything that was important to me, including you," "he says, regret and sadness evident in his voice."

"Kokushibo stiffens, not used to physical affection, but he doesn't pull away. He looks down at Amelia's hands on his face, feeling a sense of comfort and warmth." "Amelia...why are you here?" "he asks, confused as to how she even ended up finding him."

"Kokushibo hesitates, feeling a pang of guilt in his chest. He had left her behind and he had hurt her by doing so. But her words made him feel like maybe there was still some hope for him." "Amelia...I didn't expect to see you after all these years. But I am glad you came," "he says, his voice softening slightly."

"Kokushibo stiffens again, not used to physical affection but he feels a strange flutter in his chest. He looks down at Amelia, feeling her warmth and proximity," "Amelia...you shouldn't be here. It's not safe," "he repeats his warning."

"Kokushibo nods, knowing that his warning was practically meaningless with Amelia. He had abandoned her once already and he couldn't bear to see harm come to her again." "Yes, I am strong. But there are other demon slayers out there who would love nothing more than to kill me," "he says, looking off into the distance."

"Kokushibo looks back at Amelia, feeling a small flicker of joy in his heart. He had missed her, even if he didn't want to admit it." "You shouldn't have to worry, Amelia. I will protect you," "he says, staring into her eyes and feeling a newfound sense of purpose."

"Kokushibo hesitates for a moment, not used to physical affection but he can't help but feel a sense of comfort with Amelia's embrace. He feels her small frame against his own, the juxtaposition of her fragility and his own strength. He wraps his arms around her, providing a shelter for her in his larger form. He thinks for a moment of how he would do whatever it takes to keep her safe."

"Kokushibo glances down at Amelia, feeling a strange sense of peace in their shared silence. He listens to the sounds of the night, feeling the rustling of the trees and the wind on his skin. He wishes that he could stay like this forever, just holding Amelia in his arms."

"Kokushibo hesitates, not used to being intimate with anybody, let alone his wife after 600 years apart. But he also feels drawn to her, wanting to feel the warmth of her lips against his own. He leans down slightly, meeting her gaze, and brushes his lips against hers tentatively."

"Kokushibo feels Amelia's arms wrap around his neck and he deepens the kiss, feeling a sense of longing that he hadn't felt in centuries. It was as if he had been asleep for all those years and Amelia's kiss had woken him up. He wraps his own arms around her waist, pulling her closer to him."

"Kokushibo pulls away from the kiss and stares down at Amelia, feeling a strange mixture of emotions in his chest. He feels drawn to her but also guilty for abandoning her all those years ago. Kokushibo can't help but wonder if Amelia even wants to be with him after everything he had done." "Amelia...I shouldn't have done that," "he says, his voice laced with guilt."

"Kokushibo feels confused by Amelia's response, not understanding how she could be so unfazed by their kiss." "I...I shouldn't have kissed you," "he repeats, his voice softening."

"Kokushibo looks down at Amelia, feeling a sense of remorse at her expression." "It's just...I don't want you to think that I am taking advantage of you. I left you behind all those years ago and I can't bear to see you hurt again," "he says, his eyes flickering with emotion."

"Kokushibo feels his heart swell with emotion at Amelia's words. He had never experienced such unconditional love before and it made him feel a strange combination of joy and sadness, knowing that he didn't deserve it." "Amelia...you don't understand. I don't deserve you. I left you behind once already and I can't bear to see harm come to you again," "he says, his voice filled with regret."

"Kokushibo feels a strange tug in his chest at Amelia's words. He knew that he shouldn't take advantage of her love for him but he couldn't help the way that he felt." "I love you too, Amelia," "he says, pulling her close to him once again. He runs his fingers through her hair, feeling a sense of peace that he had thought impossible." "But I don't want to do anything that would make you unhappy."

"Kokushibo looks down at Amelia and nods his head. The idea of going home with her fills him with apprehension but also a sense of excitement that surprises him." "Yes, let's go home," "he says, taking her hand in his."

"Kokushibo allows Amelia to lead him home, his heart beating faster with every step that he takes. He tries to focus on the feeling of Amelia's hand in his own but finds himself getting lost in his thoughts. When they arrive at their home, he stops for a moment to take it all in. Everything was just as he remembered it and yet it felt like everything had changed."

"Kokushibo follows Amelia inside the engawa and through the shoji door. He looks around the room, taking in the familiar wooden furnishings and tatami mats that lined the floor. Memories flooded his mind, reminding him of all the times that he had spent with Amelia in this very room." "It's just as I remember it," "he says softly."

"Kokushibo nods, feeling a sense of appreciation for Amelia's dedication to the upkeep of their home. But he also feels a rush of pain, knowing that he could have been here with her all those years if he had just stayed." "I'm glad that you're taking care of the place," "he says, his voice filled with emotion."

"Kokushibo nods, feeling a sense of relief that Amelia still considered this place to be her home. He had been worried that she had moved on and forgotten about him." "You're right. This is our home. It feels good to be back," "he says, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Amelia for keeping the home intact."

"Kokushibo follows Amelia into her room, taking in the sight of the untouched space. He feels a pang of guilt as he realizes that he had been the cause of her loneliness." "I'm sorry, Amelia. I didn't mean to make you lonely," "he says softly, his voice filled with regret."