The violent explosion became even more terrifying within the basement's cramped confines.
Flames shot skyward.
Nakime, caught at the center of it, was instantly blown completely apart.
Even Kibutsuji Muzan, who was farthest away, only had time to grow countless tumor-like tissues in front of himself before the searing blast engulfed him.
The space was simply too confined—an ideal killing range for a High-Explosive Grenade.
"Ah!"
Within the raging flames, Kibutsuji Muzan let out a pained howl.
Kokushibo and Doma, however, simply allowed their bodies to shatter and regenerate. One possessed an unwavering will to fight, while the other could not feel pain at all.
Suddenly, both looked up at the same time. Through the grayish-white smoke, where the heat had yet to dissipate, a tall figure came crashing down with savage force.
For once, Doma's eyes widened, imitating the emotion called "shock," which he himself could not feel.
"This human... is a madman, isn't he?"
Kokushibo's expression remained calm. From their brief exchange earlier, he had already sensed that this human possessed extraordinary talent.
Boom!
Bai Cangshu landed, golden ripples flowing from both hands like water and spreading outward without end.
The mere sight of that power put Kokushibo and Doma on guard.
Under the clear perception of the two Man-eating Demons, Bai Cangshu raised his left foot high before stomping down violently.
Bang!
Kibutsuji Muzan's heart jolted. Thinking a second explosion had occurred, he once again wrapped himself in tumor-like flesh. But Bai Cangshu had already vanished in an instant, hurtling madly toward Doma through the scorching smoke.
Doma narrowed his eyes. He had no human emotions; he did not feel fear, pain, or joy.
Yet he understood that there was only one reason for the human's actions.
This person believed he was the easiest demon to kill.