Come On, Let's Play

Oboro knows that Muzan has been having a hard time lately.

According to information from various sources, many people witnessed the Demon Slayer Corps fighting against demons.

These events have occurred frequently over the past few months, and each one has ended in victory for the Demon Slayer Corps.

Clearly, the Breathing Technique was beginning to take effect.

One night, Oboro practiced his martial Chinese Martial Arts alone in the courtyard... He recalled the improved Sun Breathing that Kamado Tanpei had taught him. Oboro had only taught him to avoid the physical harm caused by Sun Breathing, but before he left Kamado Tanpei Mount Kumotori, the Kagura Dance performed by Kamado Tanpei had undergone some changes again.

It seems like it was something Kamado Tanpei himself deduced...

This made Oboro realize a problem.

Although the creatures of this world are weak, their wisdom should not be underestimated.

Through the efforts and willpower of countless individuals, they are capable of further developing upon the foundational system.

The will borne by the Kamado Clan, including the Pillars of the Demon Slayer Corps, might give Breathing Technique a new lease on life, thus allowing him to better understand 'internal energy'. The Chinese Martial Arts and cultivation paths recommended by the system all originate from his memories of Earth. The Chinese Martial Arts, power, and techniques that Oboro currently masters all come from there, combined with his experiences since his transmigration, and have been thoroughly integrated. However, he has already reached the pinnacle of martial arts, achieving divine mastery... It will be very difficult to advance further.

However, are there more powerful cultivation methods and paths?

Absolutely! The method of breathing exercises on Earth is no longer just a concept of 'martial arts'; it's close to the profound and involves cultivating the body and nurturing the spirit.

However, the system's solutions in this regard are very vague, lacking specific entry points. Most of them are based on information he has seen in movies or media, which, through intelligent evolution and familiarity with human anatomy, are presented as 'incomplete versions'.

Oboro is not easy to use.

Going a step further, it might be related not only to the strength of flesh and blood, but also to the soul.

This is something the system cannot calculate using data.

Hunter x Hunter, in all the timelines and universes, can only be considered a higher world, but it is by no means the top one.

If he were to travel to some powerful realms in the future, with his current strength, he would probably have a hard time dealing with them.

But Kamado Tanpei and the Demon Slayer Corps gave Oboro a glimmer of hope.

It is also one of the shining points of passing on the will.

That is, to use this will to help him break through the realm of martial arts and move towards the realm of the Profound.

Perhaps it won't be possible in a short time, but with the efforts of generation after generation, the power of breathing will eventually bear fruit. Combined with his own methods and experience, and with the help of the system, he will become even stronger.

"This is also a manifestation of the difference between the will to inherit and the will to inherit... After all, the will to inherit is just an individual, while inheritance... signifies the efforts of countless people and is the crystallization of life."

After a while, Long withdrew his moves, exhaled a breath of stale air, and said softly.

Based on the current evolution of the system, further advancements in breathing techniques would transcend traditional Chinese Martial Arts.

Rather, it carries a connotation somewhat similar to what is known on Earth as 'cultivating immortality'.

It's similar to the feeling of becoming an immortal or a Buddha... Of course, from the perspective of Earth's history, it's impossible to truly become an immortal or a Buddha, because there is no evidence to prove it, but Oboro is certain that it involves the soul.

That would certainly help elevate his spiritual power.

It's impossible on Earth, but now that he's in another time and space, the richness of the power systems might allow him to reach the legendary level.

Chiyoko, who had been waiting for a long time, saw Oboro stop exercising and draped a black haori over his shoulders.

"Um?"

At that moment, Oboro suddenly raised an eyebrow, realizing something.

His mansion was in a very secluded spot in the city, in an excellent location with beautiful scenery, surrounded by mountains and water. Although it was almost night, one could still hear the chirping of insects and birds. However, suddenly, all the sounds disappeared... utter silence.

It was eerily quiet.

"Go inside, don't come out."

Long gave the instructions.

Chiyoko nodded and turned to leave.

"Have they come looking for us...?"

Long smiled gently.

He had anticipated that Muzan would send a demon to contact him. His appearance was beyond Muzan's comprehension... and he was certain that the person who came was not Muzan himself.

The latter didn't have the guts.

"Such a horrible smell... and yet such an astonishing presence... huh..."

Holding a wooden staff, Long stood alone facing the gate of the mansion, quietly awaiting the arrival of guests.

Even though Oboro had manipulated some information about his identity using his connections within the Shogunate, it wouldn't have been difficult for either the Ubuyashiki Clan or Muzan to find out the details.

However, the Shogunate has been quite peaceful lately, and no trouble has occurred.

This suggests that Muzan's status in this era was very likely that he was one of the top elites.

They were capable of reaching out to the Shogunate.

"A feudal lord?"

The feudal lord is a daimyo, which can be regarded as a lord or feudal lord in the Edo period.

Under the control of the Shogunate, daimyo are now divided into different ranks. Some have autonomy and self-governance, while others are branch domains. Many daimyo also need to send their blood relatives or children to the Shogunate as hostages to ensure a certain level of loyalty.

This system is a double-edged sword, and it can also lead to a surge in defections.

Swoosh.

A faint sound came from above the gate of the mansion, where a warrior leaned against the full moon.

She wore a kimono with purple snakeskin and black spots, a black riding kimono underneath, a samurai sword at her waist, and her hair was tied up.

With its six bloodshot eyes opening and closing, it's hard to muster the courage to look directly at it.

If it were an ordinary person, just looking at that face would terrify them to death.

Tsugikuni Iwakatsu, the Yoriichi Tsugikuni, has lived from the Sengoku period to the present day.

Now... we should change our address to Kokushibo.

With a creak.

Long looked down again and saw that the tightly closed door had been pushed open, and another familiar figure stepped in. First, a head poked in, and after seeing him, a smile immediately appeared, "Oh, you're here... Did I disturb you?"

"I originally intended to knock on the door... but this gentleman is moving too fast, so in order to keep up with him, I have no choice but to be a little reckless."

"Otherwise, Muzan the task assigned by Lord Muzan is completed, I will appear to have made no contribution."

Doma).

Upper Moon Six.

"So early?"

Oboro stared at the numbers in Doma's eyes, a thought suddenly striking him.

The Edo period is still some time away from ending, and Gyutaro and Ume have not yet been born.

"I didn't expect you to be so polite."

Long joked, "I won't bother you... I still have a while before I go to sleep."

"Didn't Muzan come in person?"

"Ah."

Doma covered his mouth in surprise upon hearing his words, then a delighted smile spread across his face, "You really do know everything... And, if my feeling is not wrong, you seem to... have turned back into a human?"

I guess so.

Long nodded.

"How... did you do that?"

Upon hearing this, Oboro knew that Muzan had only instructed these demons to find the Spider Lily, without revealing any of its function.

Doma dared not underestimate the humans before him.

They all knew what had happened to Upper Moon Mireimaru.

Moreover, this person single-handedly transformed the entire Demon Slayer Corps.

"The Blue Spider Lily... you've all heard of it, haven't you? Is Muzan has always wanted?"

He spoke with a long smile.

Upon hearing this, Kokushibo and Doma's expressions changed instantly.

They all knew Muzan's longing for the Blue Spider Lily. If they could find clues about it, the reward would be far more than just favor.

"How strange... You already possess immense power, so why would you revert to being a weak and helpless human? Don't you think humans are just empty shells without thought, driven only by desire? I can see your peculiarity... Why would you do something so foolish?"

Doma approached slowly, asking in confusion.

"People have different preferences and aesthetic tastes."

After speaking, Oboro looked at the smile on Doma's face and said with undisguised disgust, "You remind me of someone, someone I used to hate."

Pariston.

The two have different personalities and natures, but their auras... are something that Oboro can't stand.

"You're making me a little sad..."

Doma spoke in a very gentle tone, with a touch of sweetness.

"Well... could you please come with us? Muzan wants to see you... Perhaps we can still become friends in the future, so... I don't want to fight you. Oh, by the way... do you have any wishes? If so, you can tell me, and maybe I can grant them..."

After closing the distance with Oboro, Doma took smaller steps.

While Oboro was talking to Doma, Kokushibo remained silent and didn't make a move... The reason was simple: he was observing Oboro.

Based on the information he had gathered, the man before him was no ordinary person; even Mireimaru had almost died at this man's hands, and had been utterly defeated.

More importantly, the man had noticed him and Doma before he appeared and was waiting for them.

At this moment, Doma may seem to be rambling on with Oboro, but he is actually giving Kokushibo time to examine and judge Oboro.

"I welcome you all."

Suddenly, Oboro raised the wooden staff in his hand, like a long sword, and stroked the staff with his fingertips.

"Especially you... your arrival surprised me."

Oboro glanced up at the black shibo.

"As a matter of courtesy, I'm going to show you something that you... will definitely like."

As she spoke, Oboro's breathing changed.

"I'm quite pleased that Muzan has sent the two of you to me to be his new guinea pigs."

A stream of hot breath, like a flame, escaped from the corner of his mouth.

Yes, the Sun Breathing.

"Come on... have some fun, don't let the night be so monotonous."