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It had finally arrived!

Do you know how I spent these past two years...

Meanwhile, in the outside world.

Upon learning that Tanjiro had awakened, Kagaya Ubuyashiki immediately gave the order to begin the Hashira Meeting.

Tanjiro was also brought to a vast courtyard.

The courtyard was beautifully landscaped. After walking down a path and arriving at the open space before the residence, he saw nine figures gathered there.

They were the Demon Slayer Corps' nine Hashira.

They had been waiting here for quite some time, all awaiting an answer. The box containing Nezuko sat not far away.

Before Tanjiro could relax.

Wind Hashira Sanemi Shinazugawa glared at him viciously, his expression savage as he threatened, "If the Master cannot convince me, I will kill your sister without mercy!"

Among the crowd nearby, Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, with her cherry-pink hair, blushed faintly as she murmured to herself.

"Eh, are they going to kill that demon?"

Tanjiro was still somewhat confused. Who exactly were these people before him?

Fortunately, Lin Fan reminded him.

"These nine are the highest-ranking and strongest members of the Demon Slayer Corps. They bear the title of Hashira."

So that was it.

Without time to think further, Tanjiro hurriedly explained, "My sister Nezuko has never eaten anyone, and she never will in the future..."

But before he could finish.

On a tree not far away lay a black-haired youth on his side, bandages covering the lower half of his face. It was none other than Serpent Hashira Obanai Iguro. He pointed coldly at Tanjiro and questioned him.

"Of course you'd protect your own family. What you say is impossible to believe. Why not tell us about that strange sword of yours first?"

The moment those words were spoken.

Everyone present became interested. Clearly, they all knew Ashura Maru was unusual.

But Tanjiro fell silent for a moment.

"No, my sister became a demon two years ago, but she has never eaten a person from beginning to end..."

Stone Hashira Gyomei Himejima, whose towering figure was noticeably taller than everyone else, wore a monk's robe and clasped prayer beads in his folded hands. Two streams of tears flowed from his blind eyes as he said.

"How pitiful. We should kill this poor child quickly and grant it release..."

Lin Fan, within the blade, could tell that not one of these people was normal.

Tanjiro still wanted to argue.

But the next moment.

From the spacious entrance hall of the residence, two white-haired girls spoke in unison.

"The Master has arrived."

This successfully drew everyone's attention, and they all turned to look.

The doors behind the entrance opened to either side, and a figure emerged. He wore a white kimono and slowly walked forward.

Extending a hand, he was supported by the two girls at his side as he stepped onto the corridor outside the entrance, bathing in the sunlight.

Only then did Tanjiro see his true appearance.

Beneath his black hair, the upper half of his face was marked by grotesque scars. He tilted his head up slightly, feeling the warmth of the sunlight before speaking gently.

"Good morning, everyone."

Seeing those gruesome scars, Tanjiro could not help letting his imagination run wild.

An injury?

Or was he sick?

Ashura Maru should be able to heal him...

Just as he was thinking, he suddenly noticed someone approaching from behind and hurriedly tried to dodge.

But he was ultimately too slow. Sanemi Shinazugawa grabbed him from behind and forced him to the ground, making his body kneel uncontrollably.

This shocked everyone present.

After all, not just anyone could detect the Wind Hashira's sneak attack!

Sanemi Shinazugawa was also surprised. Then he nodded slightly and said respectfully, "I wish you good health, Master. Forgive my presumption, but please explain the value of this Corps member named Kamado Tanjiro.

I cannot accept that his importance surpasses yours!"

Kagaya Ubuyashiki had long expected this. Without changing expression, he stepped forward and said in a gentle, calm voice, "Then let me clear up everyone's doubts here."

As soon as he finished speaking.

The girl on the left took out an envelope from her robes, opened it, and read aloud, "This is a letter sent by former Water Hashira Sakonji Urokodaki. I will read its contents."

The Hashira, along with Tanjiro, listened with complete focus, afraid of missing even a single word.

The girl read in a calm, clear voice.

"Please allow Tanjiro and Nezuko to remain together. Nezuko has undergone a change that Muzan did not anticipate. Even when hungry, she will not eat humans. Though it is difficult to believe.

Should anything unexpected happen, Giyu Tomioka, Kamado Tanjiro, and I will commit seppuku to atone.

Next, I ask the Master to treat this matter seriously. Within the sword passed down through Kamado Tanjiro's family resides a legendary God, a blade spirit named Ashura Maru!

Like something from mythology, it possesses numerous incredible powers. I believe it has the ability to change the balance between humans and demons and bring an end to everything!"

Chapter 45: Come Out, Ashura Maru!

"Furthermore, it was awakened by Kamado Tanjiro and recognizes him alone as its master. No one other than Tanjiro can wield it!

At the same time, the blade has only just awakened, and its abilities have not fully recovered. It needs to slay demons to restore its power.

Besides that, Ashura Maru's Healing ability may be able to cure the Master's illness..."

The moment her words fell.

Every Hashira's expression changed, and they immediately became excited.

Especially Wind Hashira Sanemi Shinazugawa. When he looked at Ashura Maru at Tanjiro's waist, a gleam of hope actually flickered in his fierce eyes!

Unable to wait any longer, he interrupted.

"Then what are we waiting for? Start the treatment now!"

Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku, standing beside him, fixed his burning, resolute gaze on Ashura Maru once more and followed with excitement.

"That's right, begin the treatment immediately!"

Even Serpent Hashira Obanai Iguro, who hated demons most of all, looked at the blade hanging at Tanjiro's waist with his mismatched eyes.

He spoke quietly.

"If it can heal the Master, then keeping this guy with a demon isn't unacceptable..."

Only Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji, standing among the crowd with a flushed face, also looked at the sword and murmured inwardly.

"Eh, can that sword really heal the Master?"

The other Hashira thought the same way. To them, the Master stood above all else.

Yet when faced with the prospect of his illness being cured, Kagaya Ubuyashiki appeared exceptionally calm, his expression as tranquil as autumn water without the slightest ripple.

It was as though he had already seen through life and death.

He raised his right index finger to his lips, signaling everyone to be quiet.

The Hashira below immediately stopped talking and respectfully knelt on one knee where they stood, awaiting orders. At that moment, the courtyard was terrifyingly silent.

Only then could Kagaya Ubuyashiki continue calmly, "The letter only says that a cure is possible, not certain.

So even if I cannot be cured, I hope none of you will hold any resentment toward Ashura Maru or Tanjiro.

Moreover, whether Ashura Maru is willing to treat me is not something we can decide. That decision should be made by it personally...

So, could the spirit within the blade, Ashura Maru, show itself now?"

His words were gentle and soothing.

They seemed to carry some kind of magic. He was simply a born leader, someone who made you want to follow behind him...

Lin Fan had witnessed it for himself today.

Meanwhile, Tanjiro was still immersed in the trust Sakonji Urokodaki and Giyu Tomioka had placed in him, staking their lives in that letter.

Tears of emotion could not help but spill from the corners of his eyes.

The next moment.

Sanemi Shinazugawa grabbed Tanjiro by the hair with one hand and shook him wildly as he rebuked, "Hurry up and call Ashura Maru out!"

Shaken back and forth like that, Tanjiro came to his senses. The first thing he saw was every Hashira, along with the Master himself, watching him. The pressure on him was immense.

Even so, he gritted his teeth and said firmly, "Please wait a moment. I need to ask Ashura Maru for its opinion!"

Hearing this, Sanemi Shinazugawa wanted to say something else, but Kagaya Ubuyashiki spoke first with a smile.

"Of course."

Seeing that, Sanemi Shinazugawa released the hand pinning Tanjiro down.

Having received permission.

Tanjiro did not dwell on Sanemi Shinazugawa's earlier offense. Instead, he hurriedly asked in his heart.

"Ashura Maru, can you come out again or control my body? If you can, please try to treat the Master's illness."

He had ordered him around so boldly yesterday, so why had he gone back to this today?

Lin Fan truly did not understand.

However, he had been eagerly awaiting what came next for a long time!

Though he really wanted to go out, he still answered with restraint.

"If you're willing, then I suppose it's possible."

Having received that answer, Tanjiro understood Ashura Maru's thoughts. He immediately smiled brightly.

"Thank you so much, Ashura Maru."

Outside.

After finishing his inquiry, Tanjiro came back to his senses. He immediately raised his head, a smile blooming across his lips beneath the expectant gazes of every Hashira.

He slowly spoke.

"Master, I just asked Ashura Maru. It is willing to try treating you."

The moment he finished speaking.

Every Hashira present became excited from the bottom of their hearts, all anticipating the treatment to come. The Master's illness had always been a thorn in their hearts!

In contrast, Kagaya Ubuyashiki was not as excited as they had imagined. On the surface, he remained as calm as water.

But this time, a faint smile also appeared on his face. "Really? That is wonderful."

Though he did not fear death, if there was a chance to cure the curse and continue living, he would not refuse it.

After his excitement subsided, Sanemi Shinazugawa quickly swept his gaze over Tanjiro, then solemnly asked.

"How will Ashura Maru treat the Master? Do you need to touch the Master's body with your hand?"

The malice in his voice had already greatly diminished.

And the fact that he could ask that question showed they had learned some information about Ashura Maru from Zenitsu and Inosuke.

Besides that, they also wanted to see for themselves how this supposedly legendary blade would heal someone.

Hearing about it from others could never compare to witnessing it with their own eyes.