So he began to explain.
"This gentleman should be a member of the Ito Family."
"The Ito Family is an ancient family that has existed since the beginning of the Demon Slayer Corps."
"Its history is at least several hundred years old."
Throughout the long history of the Demon Slayer Corps, the Rengoku Family has always been the inheritors of Flame Breathing.
The best evidence is that they passed down their lineage from father to son based on blood ties.
Other Breathing Technique may have been passed down through families, but they have disappeared into the annals of history.
Nowadays, there are more trainers like Kuwashima Jigoro and Urokodaki Sakonji.
They live in seclusion in various places, where they select and train disciples.
The Ito Family is a family that once passed down the Breathing Technique.
Unfortunately, as time went by, the number of swordsmen in the family dwindled, and talented descendants almost disappeared.
In order not to be a burden to the Demon Slayer Corps, they chose to give up their legacy and devote themselves to other endeavors.
Now, the Ito Family wields considerable influence in the economic sphere.
Although they don't usually show their faces in public, their influence is undeniable.
Among the families that assisted with the Wisteria crest, the Ito family was the largest.
Although he stepped down from the front lines of battle, he helped the Demon Slayer Corps in his own way.
"I am the current head of the Ito family."
"I've met you, sir."
After hearing Kyojuro's explanation, the Pillars all stood up and bowed slightly to him.
Regardless of their seniority or the Ito family's long-standing quiet contributions, they deserve our respect.
Moreover, this old man came to save the Demon Slayer Corps.
"No need for formalities."
Ito waved his hand, indicating that they didn't need to be reserved.
"I heard about the crisis facing the Demon Slayer Corps, so I rushed over immediately."
"I had already thought of a solution on the way here."
"Now, let me explain slowly."
Nodding, the pillars' expressions gradually became serious.
This is a matter of life and death for everyone, and for the entire Demon Slayer Corps; they cannot afford to be careless.
"The current Crown Prince Ayu is already a ghost, that much can be confirmed."
"That's right, but the troublesome ones aren't him, but the three Upper Rank around him, and the soldiers."
"Then let me ask you this: if the Demon Slayer Corps mobilized its full strength, could it defeat the three Upper Rank?"
Without saying a word, everyone simply looked at Tokito Muichiro.
After all, among those present, he was the one who knew the Upper Rank Demon' strength best.
After mentally calculating the strength of both sides, Muiichiro nodded slightly.
"If they all have the strength of Upper Rank Five Gyokko, we can definitely do it."
"Very good."
With a smile, Ito continued.
"If ghosts appear, they're yours to handle. As for the soldiers, I'll take care of them."
What are your plans?
"As the head of the Ito Family, I will announce to the world the achievements of the Demon Slayer Corps over the past thousand years."
"What?!"
Upon hearing this, the pillars all widened their eyes.
The Demon Slayer Corps has been hiding for so many years, and now they're going to make it public completely?
Doesn't that mean that all this time of hiding will be in vain, vanishing into thin air?
"I know you're worried about this method, but are there any better alternatives?"
"To prove the Demon Slayer Corps' innocence, we must let the world know about our contributions."
"But now that you are all wanted persons, it is most appropriate for me to step forward."
Ito's words prompted everyone to think.
Silence fell in the room again, with only eye contact between them.
Ito wasn't in a hurry; he simply waited patiently.
As he said, the Demon Slayer Corps now has no other choice.
The matter of "exterminating the evil Demon Slayer Corps" has become a major event that has garnered attention nationwide and even internationally.
The impact of this event far surpasses that of the "Red-light District Incident," the "Scribe's Killing," and the "Shinri Family Bombing Case."
Unless something threatens the national system, Ayu will not stop.
Since that's the case, the only option is to make the Demon Slayer Corps' deeds public.
This will reveal the truth that Ah Yu is a ghost, and let the world know who is righteous and who is evil.
After a long while, Kyojuro was the first to speak.
"Mr. Ito, please take care of me."
Immediately afterwards, the other pillars also lowered their heads and spoke.
"Please, Mr. Itō."
"Hehe, leave it to me."
Nodding, Ito then spoke to Amane Ubuyashiki beside him.
"However, I would like to trouble you to prepare some evidence to enhance my persuasiveness."
"Okay, I'll go prepare it right away."
After saying that, Amane Ubuyashiki went to prepare the evidence that Itō needed.
Chapter 577 The Army Approaches
At this moment, Ida had already led his men to the location that Ayu had told him to specify.
Here, they met someone.
"Are you the people Ayu was talking about?"
The man was dressed in a white gentleman's outfit and was holding a scepter.
The person was wearing a mask, so their face was not visible.
Even so, Ida and his companions could still sense a gentlemanly demeanor from each other.
"Yes, sir, may I ask how you should be addressed?"
The leader, Jing Tian, stepped forward a few steps and bowed slightly.
"My name is not important."
"No, His Highness Ayu said he values you highly and told us to be extremely respectful."
Shaking his head, Ida said earnestly.
"Even if we don't know what you look like, please let us be grateful for your help in our hearts."
Upon hearing this, the man paused for a moment.
After a few seconds, he smiled and said.
"You're quite interesting. Alright, you can call me 'The White Gentleman'."
"Thank you for your help, White Gentleman."
After bowing again, Jingtian immediately asked.
"His Highness Ayu sent us to find you, saying that there is something that needs our escort."
"This is it."
The White Gentleman nodded and took out a box the size of a human head from behind him.
"The value of the items inside is crucial to the success or failure of Ayu's plan."
As he handed the box to Ida, the White Gentleman's tone became more serious.
"I hope you can bring this back as soon as possible."
"Yes, we will definitely deliver it to Your Highness!"
Standing up straight, Ida straightened his back and had a serious expression.
"Even if it means death, we will complete this mission."
The other soldiers standing behind Jingtian nodded in agreement, looking ready to die for their cause.
"No, I think you've misunderstood what Ayu means."
The White Gentleman held up a finger and shook it, saying something meaningful.
"He probably doesn't want you to bring the suitcase to him."
Upon realizing that he hadn't understood Ayu's meaning, Ida's expression changed.
"What? What does Your Highness mean? I would appreciate your guidance, sir."
"You'll find out then."
Without answering Jingtian's question, the White Gentleman let them leave.
Seeing that the other party was unwilling to explain, Ida and the others had no choice but to leave.
As they left, some soldiers discussed it with great interest.
"Who do you think this gentleman is? He seems so mysterious."
"I don't know, but since he addresses His Highness as A Yu, he must be of high status."
"Shut up, discussing this kind of thing will be punished."
Having promptly stopped his subordinates' chatter, Ida glared at them with some anger.
"We only need to complete the tasks assigned to us by His Highness; don't worry about anything else."
"Yes."
Most of the soldiers who followed Jingtian were talents he had discovered and who later gained Ayu's approval.
Their respect for Ayu was no less than that for Ida.
Just now, it was nothing more than curiosity.
Watching Ida and the others disappear, a strange smile appeared on the White Gentleman's face.
"He was a dull but loyal subordinate. It's just a pity that such people usually don't live long."
When the mask was removed, the face revealed below was none other than Shinri Masato.
"Ayu, I never thought you'd have to ask the Shinri Family for help one day."
"It seems that Dichai is more dangerous than we thought."
He hadn't seen Dichai for a long time, or rather, he hadn't had much contact with Dichai to begin with.
Shinri Masato knew that Dichai was not as simple as he seemed. A guy like that would never be content to stop at Upper Rank Six.
After receiving the group of humans from Niguma, Brain Food also left the cave prepared by the Shinri Family.