Because of Yagyu Tajima-no-kami's words, most of the people were convinced, though a small portion still looked uneasy.
It was fair to say that panic had taken hold of their hearts.
"Yagyu Tajima-no-kami... Even a figure who could be called a legend in this era has appeared?"
Fuuma Kotarou's furrowed brow was hidden beneath his bangs, making his expression impossible to read.
"The son of Yagyu Sekishusai and father of Yagyu Jubei. Ritsuka should at least have heard Yagyu Jubei's name."
Sakumura landed beside Fujimaru Ritsuka and spoke to him.
Yagyu Tajima-no-kami's son was somewhat more famous than he was.
However, in terms of swordsmanship, the strongest member of the Yagyu family was perhaps Yagyu Tajima-no-kami himself. After all, the shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate had personally declared him "unrivaled under heaven."
Moreover, Yagyu Tajima-no-kami was not only highly skilled in martial arts; he was also an outstanding strategist. The eventual suppression of the Shimabara Rebellion owed more than anything to Yagyu Tajima-no-kami.
"I've heard of him. His swordsmanship really is terrifying. They say he could kill seven fully armed samurai at once—his strength is unfathomable."
Musashi clearly looked eager to test her blade.
"Swordsmanship like that of a demon or god... No wonder I was nearly killed by him."
Scratching her cheek, Musashi looked somewhat embarrassed.
Everyone's eyes immediately gathered on Musashi.
"You said he nearly killed you?"
For some reason, Sakumura had the feeling that Musashi might have stirred up some enormous trouble.
"Lady Miyamoto Musashi, what do you mean by that?"
"Mm, mm-hm. Well, basically, I couldn't control myself at the time, so I went up and provoked him. And that old man actually rose to the bait."
Musashi scratched her head.
"Even though he was so composed while giving a speech in public like that... Hehe.