Watching Tanjiro surrounded by a dense mass of Ghost Shadow ninjas, Muzan's eyes revealed undisguised killing intent.
Unfortunately, that was all he could do. Breaking through so many layers of Ghost Shadow ninjas would be difficult no matter how he looked at it.
But Muzan did not intend to give up just like that. These Ghost Shadow ninjas were not particularly strong. If he forced his way through, it should not be a problem as long as his attacks were fast enough.
Tanjiro had not placed his life entirely in the hands of the Ghost Shadow Legion either. Though the Legion's numbers and regenerative abilities were terrifying, defeating Muzan was likely impossible.
Using the many Ghost Shadow ninjas to block Muzan's line of sight, Tanjiro had already sent several of them to escort his family away.
"Please, take them to the town!"
"Brother, what about you? Aren't you coming with us?" Rokuta, the youngest, looked at Tanjiro reluctantly.
The others also watched Tanjiro with the same worry in their eyes. They did not want anything to happen to him.
"Tanjiro, let's leave this place together. That man called Muzan is very strong." Kie Kamado forced back her tears as she tried to persuade him.
Tanjiro's face once again wore a warm, sunlit smile. He gently held Kie Kamado's hand and looked at everyone with complete confidence. "Don't worry, I'll be fine. I have to avenge you all. Besides, if I run away too, these Ghost Shadow ninjas won't be able to stop that guy at all."
If Muzan was not held back here, Tanjiro would not be able to protect them in time once he caught up.
"Tanjiro, promise Mom that you'll be extra careful."
"No problem. I'll come back to see you all completely unharmed."
Once his family had