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At that time, his own body had split into eighteen hundred pieces, yet Yoriichi Tsugikuni instantly cut down fifteen hundred of them. Unfortunately, Muzan ultimately still escaped."

As soon as the words fell.

Everyone present was dumbfounded.

They had thought it would be a fierce battle, and now he was saying it had been ended in one move?

It was no different from hearing a myth.

"Muzan only dared to appear after Yoriichi Tsugikuni died. Fearing the emergence of a second Yoriichi Tsugikuni, he killed everyone who knew Sun Breathing.

But now, a second person who has mastered Sun Breathing has appeared in this world." By the time Lin Fan said this, he had practically made it explicit.

Everyone turned their gaze toward Tanjiro.

The Meeting's Conclusion

Below, Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku's fiery, resolute gaze fell upon Tanjiro as he asked bluntly.

"Is this young man the one who has mastered Sun Breathing? He certainly has plenty of spirit!"

Gyomei Himejima, who had remained silent until now, had tears streaming from his blind eyes. With his hands pressed together in a devout posture, he said,

"I wonder whether any other outstanding members of the Demon Slayer Corps might be able to master Sun Breathing..."

Tengen Uzui, standing at the edge, also curiously asked, "So this brat has the potential to become a second Yoriichi Tsugikuni?

With Ashura Maru's help, perhaps he might even flamboyantly surpass that Yoriichi Tsugikuni."

No one present refuted those words.

After all, with a blade that could continuously make someone stronger, combined with Tanjiro's talent for Sun Breathing,

Surpassing Yoriichi Tsugikuni was not merely a fantasy.

It was something that could truly happen. Only now did the Hashira finally understand why their master had said,

Kamado Tanjiro's safety took priority over his own!

After all, as long as they had Tanjiro, slaying Muzan was only a matter of time!

Being stared at by everyone like this, Tanjiro could not help blushing in embarrassment, at a complete loss for what to do.

"Um... I currently know the Dance of the Fire God passed down through my family. That should be the Sun Breathing you're talking about.

If anyone in the Demon Slayer Corps wants to learn it, I'll teach them... And... I'll definitely work hard to defeat Muzan Kibutsuji!"

His awkward appearance made everyone want to laugh, but in such an important setting, they could only lower their heads and hold it in.

Only Obanai Iguro, the Serpent Hashira standing at the very edge, had a glimmer in his eyes as he looked at Ashura Maru.

He wanted to ask for treatment for the hideous scars around his mouth, but restrained himself from asking. He feared being directly refused here.

Meanwhile.

Mitsuri Kanroji, the Love Hashira, could not hold it in and let out a soft laugh, hurriedly covering her mouth with one hand.

She murmured inwardly.

No... I can't laugh, but this cute boy is just so funny...

Her laughter also drew the attention of the other Hashira.

She could only lower her head and softly say,

"Sorry..."

When Tanjiro saw everyone's reactions, his already embarrassed face turned even redder. It was like being publicly executed.

He wanted to die of embarrassment.

Fortunately, Kagaya Ubuyashiki stepped forward to ease things for him. "I believe you can do it."

Hearing that, Tanjiro felt as though his head were floating. Simply listening to his master's voice calmed his embarrassed heart.

After speaking, Kagaya Ubuyashiki turned solemnly toward Ashura Maru and sincerely thanked him.

"My swordsmen and I are truly grateful for the information you have brought us. It holds immeasurable value for the Demon Slayer Corps!"

As he spoke.

The Hashira below also thanked him in unison.

"Thank you very much for your help!"

Facing their gratitude, Lin Fan knew his plan had succeeded. Now, he only needed to put on an act and return to the blade for a perfect finish.

With that thought.

His gaze swept over everyone present before settling on Kagaya Ubuyashiki. Wearing an expression that said he did not care, he spoke with slight impatience.

"I only said all this because Tanjiro is my blade wielder. If there are no more questions, I'll be going back now."

That expression struck Mitsuri Kanroji's heart again. "That helpless little expression is so cute too. My heart is melting~"

However, those words also reminded everyone present.

Kamado Tanjiro was the link between them and Ashura Maru. If they lost Tanjiro, it meant they would lose Ashura Maru as well!

That was absolutely unacceptable!

Even Sanemi Shinazugawa, the Wind Hashira who had held the greatest prejudice, and Obanai Iguro, the Serpent Hashira, had no choice but to lower their heads and yield.

Kagaya Ubuyashiki understood this especially well. As he looked at Tanjiro and the box containing Nezuko, determination shone in his eyes!

When facing Ashura Maru, there was no evasion in his gaze. He smiled warmly and said, "Then goodbye, Miss Ashura Maru."

Though he did not say it directly, Lin Fan saw that determination in his eyes. He simply turned around, waved impatiently, and said,

"Then goodbye..."

As he spoke, his body gradually dissolved into black mist beneath everyone's gaze, fading away from the bottom upward. Yet one second before he vanished completely.

Lin Fan suddenly turned around, his crimson eyes looking at Kagaya Ubuyashiki as he said irritably,

"Your desire is quite strong. It feels pretty good to me. But don't call me 'Miss' next time. I'm male..."

As soon as the words fell.

His body completely scattered into pitch-black smoke, merging back into the blade at Tanjiro's waist before everything returned to stillness.

The entire scene felt like a dream.

But soon after, everyone came to their senses.

Kagaya Ubuyashiki stood there, slightly stunned. He truly had not expected the blade spirit with such world-shaking beauty to be male.

But seeing that Ashura Maru had already left, he could only apologize to the blade at Tanjiro's waist. "I won't get it wrong next time, Mr. Ashura Maru."

The Hashira below became lively as well.

Mitsuri Kanroji, the Love Hashira especially, had stars in her eyes and her heart racing. "Eh? Ashura Maru is actually a boy? Such a cute boy, I love him..."

"Quite unexpected."

That was all Kyojuro Rengoku had to say.

Even Tanjiro had not expected it.

So Ashura Maru is male? I thought he was female. How disrespectful...

He immediately murmured inwardly.

Sorry, Ashura Maru. I always thought you were...

Ashura Maru's answer to the apology was simple and blunt, only three words.

"Get lost."

No one discussed this matter for long.

Soon, everyone shifted their attention back to Tanjiro and Nezuko. Once again, Kagaya Ubuyashiki was the first to speak.

"Everyone now understands Tanjiro and Ashura Maru's situation. Next, we need to discuss Nezuko's matter.

I still hope everyone can accept the two of them."

This time.

The Hashira below no longer had such intense resistance. Because of Ashura Maru, yielding was inevitable.

Even so.

Sanemi Shinazugawa, his body covered in scars, still stepped forward. Staring coldly at the wooden box in the distance, he said,

"My lord, I agree that Tanjiro and that demon should not be punished. But a demon is a demon. No one can guarantee it will not eat people, so I hope you will imprison that demon!"

Treat, Behead, Accept

Hearing this, Kagaya Ubuyashiki could understand why they still targeted Nezuko even after confirming Tanjiro's importance.

Since the Demon Slayer Corps had first come into existence, countless members had died in their struggle against demons. If they accepted a demon that ate people,

Would that not betray the sacrifices of those members?

Moreover, they had seen who knew how many demons, and not one of them had ever refrained from eating people!

Obanai Iguro, with his mismatched eyes, looked toward the wooden box and added, "And the three of them guaranteeing it with their lives proves nothing.

More importantly, Kamado Tanjiro absolutely cannot come to harm!"

Though the two bore ill will, they could still distinguish right from wrong when it came to major matters. They were not merely hurling malicious insults.

Kyojuro Rengoku, the Flame Hashira, followed with righteous conviction. "If it really eats someone, then it will already be too late!"

Most of the other Hashira agreed with this point as well.

But Tanjiro could not restrain himself. He hurried forward, anxiety clear on his face, and assured Kagaya Ubuyashiki in the corridor.

"Nezuko will not eat people. I will keep her by my side and fight alongside her. If she eats someone, I'll kill her with my own hands, then commit suicide to atone!"

At those words, Sanemi Shinazugawa's expression became somewhat ferocious. His eyes widened as he shouted,

"I already said it, you can't die! And we won't kill Nezuko either. We'll only lock it up!"

Both sides had valid reasons.

But Kagaya Ubuyashiki chose to stand with Ashura Maru. Looking at the people below, each holding their own view, he slowly said,

"That is true. At present, we cannot prove that she will attack people, but neither can we prove that she will not. After all, Nezuko has not eaten a single person since becoming a demon. That is also an indisputable fact."

Those words practically made his position clear.

Sanemi Shinazugawa, the Wind Hashira, keenly caught that meaning. He immediately gritted his teeth and drew the sword at his waist.

"Forgive my offense. Next, I will prove to you, my lord, the ugliness of demons!"

After saying that, he leaped forward.

Alone, he arrived at the dark entryway behind the corridor. Looking at the wooden box by his feet, he smiled cruelly.

In the past, he would have stabbed it twice first.

But because of Ashura Maru's presence, he was forced to restrain himself considerably. He merely opened the wooden box and grabbed Nezuko inside by her collar, pulling her out.

He then released her and drew the blade of his Nichirin Blade across his arm.

As the blade passed over it, blood splattered everywhere.

Blood dripped from the wound onto the entryway floor. The scent of Rare Blood constantly tempted the hungry Nezuko.

That scent was wildly provoking her appetite!

Sanemi Shinazugawa even extended his arm toward her and taunted, "Stop hiding it. You actually want to eat it, don't you?!"

Facing Rare Blood at such close range, even with bamboo blocking her fangs, Nezuko could not stop saliva from seeping out.

Yet she stood in place, struggling against her desire.

When Kagaya Ubuyashiki turned around and saw this scene, he could no longer say anything. He could only pray that Nezuko would hold on.