[Touken Ranbu] Blades from Another World Descend

A divine blade made a deal with the Temporal Government to return home, taking up the position of Saniwa. She worked diligently for ten years, and returning home seemed just within reach.

But she couldn't go back. When the despairing Saniwa awoke, she was surrounded by worried sword warriors. Somewhat dazed, she thought that perhaps staying here wasn't so bad after all. “Master.” “General.” “Mistress.” So many vivid and lovable sword warriors. When had they become her family?

“Your Highness, I still miss you so much. Not being able to return is truly cruel. But I'm doing well here. Your little follower can one day stand on her own and become someone else's protector, safeguarding their happiness. I've grown up. The price was... more than I could bear.

“But I'm happy, too, because I understand you better now. Your love and kindness have warmed so many more blades. That's what it means to protect someone, isn't it? I hope they can always face life with hope. I hope our homeland remains a land of love and hope. I hope you won't be sad. Not being able to stay by your side is my regret. May you be well and have everything go your way. In the name of Cang Yuanxing, I offer my blessings to my kindest Highness.

“Your Highness, I suppose I'll be walking alongside them forever.”

“Master, come play with us!” Nako Toushirou leaned halfway through the doorway. The Saniwa smiled helplessly and set down her pen. “All right.”

“Yay!” Nako rushed in, took her by the hand, and pulled her toward the Great Many-Leaf Cherry Tree. “Brother Ichigo, we can start!”

Cherry blossoms filled the sky, and a faint fragrance drifted in from the back garden. It was another day full of hope.

Theme: Love, kindness, and hope. No matter whether we stand in light or darkness, let our hearts turn toward hope.