Should We Flee?

Oboro listened as Doma recounted his and Kokushibo's betrayal of Muzan.

Upper Moon Three Akaza was eaten by Gyutaro.

In this way, Gyutaro and his sister have killed the fifth and third Upper Moons.

The Warlords.

Not only that, Doma also revealed all of Muzan Kibutsuji's current abilities.

Although Kokushibo was burdened with heavy shackles because of Yoriichi Tsugikuni, he was not a person who was afraid of death at heart, even though he was a samurai.

Doma is the same; he lacks basic human emotions and has no feeling for death.

It's impossible that they surrendered out of fear.

Both of them simply felt that if they were to fight each other, the one who would most likely lose would be Muzan.

They also sought a more transcendent power.

Muzan and his successors... both demonstrated to them the ultimate direction in which the demon bloodline could evolve.

Muzan's newly acquired power originates from the Sea of Consciousness of the Successor.

The successor was transformed from Oboro; in other words, Muzan obtained... was also bestowed by Oboro.

"We...want to be the inheritors."

After talking for a while, Doma revealed his ultimate goal.

"Nakime hasn't used her Blood Demon Art to pull you into the Infinity Castle yet, which means Muzan hasn't received the news yet. Once he finds out, you two will definitely die," Oboro said softly.

Nakime's Blood Demon Art can instantly summon the Twelve Kizuki to the Infinity Castle, no matter where they are, which is also Muzan's usual method of holding meetings.

Therefore, Doma and Kokushibo cannot escape.

The two were aware of this, so they made the most of their time.

"Interested... in killing Muzan?"

Just then, a cool night breeze blew by, and Long, with her white hair, smiled slightly.

"For Muzan, we are just tools he uses. There is a rule of bloodshed among the Upper Moons: whoever is stronger can rise to the top... Therefore, he himself believes in the supremacy of strength. In that case, it is normal for someone to replace him as long as they are strong enough." Kokushibo, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up.

Long laughed.

I am not surprised by these words.

Doma betrayed Muzan, not wanting to die like this... He pursued immortality, and Oboro could sense that it was because of him.

This pervert seems quite interested in himself.

He believed that by staying by Muzan's side, he might be killed by him, thus missing the opportunity to have some interaction with him in the future.

Doma knew about Doma's actions towards this world... From the perspective of ordinary people, such as the Ubuyashiki Clan and the Demon Slayer Corps, they believed that Oboro was not a 'normal person', that he was twisted and took pleasure in creating death and chaos.

This point easily resonates with Doma.

He seemed to think that Oboro, like himself, was a being who transcended the mundane thoughts of humanity and was detached from the seven emotions and six desires.

Unlike Muzan, who, despite being the progenitor of demons, still gets angry and loses control over certain things... his behavior and emotional side are just as 'stupid' as humans.

Kokushibo, on the other hand, was driven by an inner emptiness. During his human years, he always wanted to catch up with his younger brother, Yoriichi Tsugikuni.

Even after becoming a demon, although he lost his memories of his human days, he never forgot that feeling and obsession deep in his soul.

Yoriichi Tsugikuni's powerful symbolism was always etched deep within Kokushibo's soul.

Even now, as one of the Upper Moon Ones, Kokushibo still feels that his power is very weak and cannot compare to Yoriichi Tsugikuni... Kokushibo does not want to stop here; he wants to surpass his younger brother.

The reason he initially chose to follow Muzan was because he was bewitched by Muzan, who said he could gain the power of a demon. The reason he has now betrayed Muzan and joined Oboro is also for this reason.

It's just a pity... he can never surpass Yoriichi Tsugikuni, who is already dead.

Kokushibo will always be a loser... Even if one day his strength actually surpasses that of his younger brother, he will still think he is weak.

"Okay, I'll grant your request."

Oboro replied.

He stretched out a finger, with a drop of freshly drawn blood clinging to its tip.

"I believe what happens next will be very interesting."

The sudden appearance of these two Upper Moons caught Oboro completely off guard.

In this way, he wouldn't have to actively seek out Muzan.

In the Infinity Castle.

Muzan stood expressionless on a floating platform.

His eyes seemed calm and still, but they were actually quite cold.

The prominent blue veins and blood vessels on his face further indicated that he was extremely emotionally unstable at that moment.

He already knew what Doma and Kokushibo had done.

Kneeling on the floating platform below, the two remaining upper-ranking cockpit members dared not even breathe.

One is Hantengu, and the other is the successor of Gyokko.

There are six Upper Moon demons in total. Now, two have betrayed us, and one is dead... Just yesterday, the newly promoted Upper Moon Six was also killed by two Pillars of the Demon Slayer Corps working together.

Currently, the only people he can still command are these two, aside from Nakime behind him.

This was the day Muzan suffered the most severe losses since becoming the Demon King and transforming his power.

Even in the years of fierce battles between the Demon Slayer Corps and the successors, the only ones who were completely wiped out were the Lower Moons.

Upper Moon remains the core fighting force, with very few changes.

In Muzan's view, the fact that Gyokko was swallowed by Gyutaro was already considered quite serious.

"Since when... even the Upper Moon has become so useless?"

The air pressure inside the entire Infinity Castle was incredibly low.

Muzan said calmly.

Hantengu held his head, his body trembling uncontrollably, and kept crying.

Beside him, Upper Moon Six's face was dripping with sweat onto the table.

Muzan wanted to kill the Upper Moon right now to vent his anger, but reason told him he couldn't do that.

Although he thought the two Upper Moon demons were not very useful, it was undeniable that they were talented enough to grow to where they were today. Moreover, raising a demon to become an Upper Moon demon required time and effort, as well as environmental factors.

It's unrealistic to find new potential candidates to fill vacant positions in the short term.

If the upper moon is like this, then the lower moon is even more so.

The speed at which the waning crescent moon changes during the Twelve Kizuki is particularly astonishing.

Only recently, after he transferred new blood to the Lower Moons, they were able to grow to a certain extent, and the situation has eased somewhat.

At least, he's no longer being cut up like vegetables by the Demon Slayer Corps Pillars.

"I... I will... I will kill them both..."

After a long pause, the newcomer, Upper Moon Six, mustered his courage and stammered.

He was referring to Doma and Kokushibo.

"You?"

Muzan narrowed his eyes.

Clearly, the former was lying, fearing that he would kill himself out of anger.

One Upper Moon Six, let alone two people, could easily kill this person even if it were just Doma.

The historical context and time periods in which the two sides grew up are simply not on the same level.

Muzan suddenly smiled, "Alright... I'll give you a chance."

"Let's see if you can really do it..."

After he finished speaking, Nakime was behind him, seemed to understand him perfectly and played a tune on her biwa.

Suddenly, all the doors and gates within the Infinity Castle opened and closed frequently, exchanging positions.

Many of the rooms and floating platforms are upside down, as if the entire space is rotating.

"Betray me?"

Muzan murmured something.

This was something he couldn't tolerate.

As for the reasons why Doma and the other two betrayed him, Muzan could guess some of them.

Do you think... he'll lose?

Regardless, Doma and Kokushibo are definitely not going to escape...

Nakime's Infinity Castle will pull them into it; it's an alternate dimension, and 'guests' who aren't invited can't get in.

Therefore, Muzan was not worried about Oboro.

Presumably, Doma and Kokushibo have already met Oboro, but so what? The space is still the same space, but the scenery within the Infinity Castle, the location of the various floating platforms, and so on, have changed.

Near the platform where the two men, Hantengu, were kneeling, two figures appeared on the platforms to the left and right.

It was Kokushibo dressed in samurai attire, and Doma wearing the patriarch's robes and holding an iron Doma.

"Ah... this familiar air, it's so nostalgic... every time I come here, I feel especially happy, I don't know why."

Suddenly pulled back to the Infinity Castle, Doma and Kokushibo appeared quite calm, as if they had expected this situation.

Doma opened his arms wide and exclaimed with a broad smile.

"Perhaps coming here means I'm guaranteed to see Lord Muzan..."

Doma darted around, glancing at the man high above, radiating a terrifying killing intent.

Despite facing the extreme Muzan posed by Muzan, Doma showed no fear in his eyes and remained as composed as ever.

It was as if he was still Muzan's capable subordinate and had not betrayed him.

Bang! However, no sooner had he finished speaking than his entire head exploded without warning.

Only a headless corpse remained, limply collapsing to the ground.

Muzan killed Doma without even asking any questions.

Then, glancing at the silent Kokushibo without speaking, he looked at the terrified Upper Moon Six and said, "Didn't you say you were going to kill the traitor? There's one more... we can start now."

Upon hearing this, Upper Moon Six Setsuna's pupils dilated, his face trembled violently, and he stared at Kokushibo opposite him.

Upper Moon One!

"What's wrong?"

Muzan.

"I... I..."

Upper Moon Six slowly stood up, covered in sweat.

How could he possibly challenge Upper Moon One?

Kokushibo remained completely oblivious to what was happening before his eyes, remaining remarkably calm.

He was only staring at Muzan, and didn't even glance at Upper Moon Six.

"You'll die!"

Upper Moon Six was filled with despair.

He would either be killed by Kokushibo or by Muzan.

He had absolutely no chance of survival.

"I advise you to make your move..."

"Because being killed by Upper Moon One... no, by the former Upper Moon One, isn't so painful. If you anger Muzan, from what I know, you'll likely suffer excruciating torment before you die."

"Or... do you prefer being tortured? Do you see it as a reward?"

Suddenly, without warning.

A familiar laugh rang out.

This commotion caused Muzan, Muzan expressionless, to suddenly shrink his pupils and change color.

He turned his head and looked at Doma's corpse.

Then, they saw that the Doma grown a new head and stood up.

Muzan was stunned.

Because he has sensed the power of the soul, he now has a much stronger control over his own cells. Even if it is an Upper Moon demon, with just a thought from him, Doma's flesh and blood will change and automatically perish.

He didn't even need to take action.

In other words, he can prevent Doma's cells from regenerating at any time.

But... to his surprise, Doma came back to life!

"Muzan... Your expression right now is quite interesting." Doma seemed a little uncomfortable with his newly grown head, deliberately twisting it from side to side with his hands. Then, his tone became strange as he stared at Muzan: "Are you surprised? You should be very familiar with... this feeling of losing control, just like when the successor first appeared."

"That power you gained... or rather, that secret, I have it too~"

"You should be happy for me."

Doma flashed a bright smile.

Muzan's expression Muzan, and he subconsciously used his soul power to unleash a mental pressure.

In an instant, an invisible wave spread out.

All the spiritual energy swept over by this tide seemed to be frozen in time and space.

The Upper Moon Six immediately rolled its eyes back and fainted.

Hantengu seemed to have turned into a stone sculpture, losing all bodily sensation.

Nakime put down her biwa, hugged her shoulders, and trembled.

However... Doma and Kokushibo were clearly unaffected.

"It's useless, save your breath."

Kokushibo suddenly said in a deep voice.

"..."

Muzan's eyes trembled in disbelief.

How so?

"Although I am not a woman, if... if I could make you, Muzan, into one of my collectibles, that would be the happiest thing ever... it would have a very special meaning," Doma added.

"You!"

Muzan and, upon hearing this, was instantly enraged.

Two ignorant and arrogant trash who have only survived thanks to his charity dare to speak to him like that.

"Huh? Are you angry?"

"However, before we think about what to do with us, let's welcome a guest first."

"They... stayed on the side for a long time."

Doma lifted his eyelashes and gave a light chuckle as he reminded him.

"Um?"

Upon hearing Doma's words, Muzan seemed to sense something, and his heart trembled. He was about to turn his head to look in a certain direction.

But then, there was a loud crash.

It sounded like clothes rustling.

Muzan corner of his eye, Muzan also caught a glimpse of a black haori that he found very 'familiar'.

A person appeared beside him as if by magic.

Although I've never seen Oboro, this iconic coat...

It was him.

He... has arrived! Muzan's mind went completely blank.

This was completely unexpected.

How... how did he get into the Infinity Castle?! "We finally meet... Muzan Kibutsuji."

Oboro's wooden clogs lightly touched the ground, right next to Muzan.

At that moment, Muzan's hands and feet went numb, and his body stiffened as he took a few steps back, creating distance between himself and the newcomer.

He swallowed hard.

"Originally... it would have taken quite some time to find you. After all, you're such a cautious person... but I didn't expect the two of them to come looking for me, which brought forward our meeting."

Muzan gazed at the white-haired, smiling old man with a wooden staff in his hand, his expression serene.

It was as if he had suddenly lost his ability to speak.

I don't know how to answer.

Oboro noticed Muzan's movements and met his gaze with his deep eyes. "Are you going to run away?"