@Saloria_Stralli I know that but Mashiro has never once shown ANY sign of romantic love towards Yutaka before, even if the love Mashiro felt towards Toramaru was always like what you said, when Mashiro was with Unoki, they talked about it, she straight up said she loves Toramaru, in no roundabout ways. If anything, the love that Mashiro felt towards Yutaka has always been showcased as more friendship-oriented far far more than towards Toramaru, maybe she didn't show it I guess xV
I haven't read this series yet. all i did just follows it so i can read it when i'm in the mood. so, since the sacred number has been released it is my duty to say