During the exchange, everyone returned to the small town at the foot of the mountain.
Tanjiro held Nezuko's hand tightly, walking faster and faster.
When they arrived at the mansion's gate, Tanjiro caught the familiar scents of many people.
He excitedly slapped the gate.
Before long, the person who came to open it was Tanjiro's mother, Kie Kamado.
"Mom!"
Tears glimmered in Tanjiro's eyes as he threw his arms around her.
Although Nezuko's mind was still a little out of sync after her recent transformation, she also rushed forward when she saw her mother.
Seeing Tanjiro and Nezuko return unharmed, Kie Kamado was deeply relieved.
"As long as you came back safely."
"Brother! Sister!"
Hearing the commotion at the gate, the family members came running out one after another and surrounded them.
At the sight of this scene, the corners of Yuko's mouth lifted slightly.
Giyu's eyes shifted slightly as he said calmly, "I need to inform the Master about this first."
Yuko was slightly stunned, then smiled. "Yes, of course."
Meanwhile, after the family had finished enjoying their reunion, Tanjiro looked at Kie Kamado somewhat nervously.
"Mom, I'm sorry."
When the family had been attacked, he had actually still been sleeping soundly in bed.
Kie Kamado pursed her lips slightly and smiled as she stroked his head.
"Tanjiro, you've already done very well."
"But... Nezuko..."
Kie Kamado recalled what Yuko had said and instinctively looked toward her.
Yuko's eyes darted away, and she seemed unwilling to meet her gaze.
The trace of pride that had just risen in her heart shattered instantly.
She could have saved everyone. What did she have to be proud of?
If only she had been a little stronger—strong like Yoriichi—there wouldn't have been so many innocent victims.
Kie Kamado paid no attention to this.