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Senku watches as Taiju breathes evenly, his body breaking the wind flowing into the treehouse. Shielding Senku even in his sleep.
His best friend is the greatest gift nature had given him. Heart of gold and iron-willed, he’s as giving as the tree he’s named after. Having Taiju’s loyalty was the inspiriting light when he doubted even himself. When Taiju is close, Senku feels like nothing could ever hurt him.
But Senku knows more than anyone that resilient doesn’t mean invincible. So he’ll protect Taiju with his science as much as Taiju protects him. That’s the least he could do.