The Decisive Battle Arc / Everyone Enters the Infinity Castle
Tanjiro finally accepted Asuramaru's suggestion, but he still spoke cautiously in his reply.
"However, I still want to ask for the Master's opinion first."
"What ever."
Asuramaru replied calmly.
He wasn't panicked at all, after all, Kagaya Ubuyashiki wanted to kill Muzan Kibutsuji than he did.
He would never let such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity slip by!
Demon Slayer Corps, Muzan Kibutsuji.
Based on the original work and an analysis of the characters, all of this was expected!
When Tanjiro arrived at Kagaya Ubuyashiki's residence, he reiterated these thoughts and immediately received an affirmative reply.
"Then let's do it this way! If Muzan Kibutsuji hides it again, even if we have the greatest power, we won't be able to pose any threat to it!"
After all, it's much better at hiding than we are...
Since the beginning of the millennium, the number of times Muzan Kibutsuji has been discovered can be counted on one hand, but now we have enough power to destroy him, and we also have the leverage to lure him out.
Kagaya Ubuyashiki, of course, wouldn't let such a golden opportunity slip by!
Chapter 97: The Final Battle
"Leave the task of spreading the word to lure Muzan Kibutsuji out to me. After that, I'm counting on you, Tanjiro!"
Kagaya Ubuyashiki could hardly contain his excitement!
Tanjiro, equally resolute, glanced at the Asuramaru at his waist and declared, "I will definitely slay Muzan!"
The two reached an agreement.
Meanwhile, Kagaya Ubuyashiki immediately began preparations, dispatching Demon Slayer Corps members to inadvertently leave traces and guide the exposure of the headquarters' location.
In addition, most of the elderly, women and children were moved out, leaving behind only swordsmen who were ready to die for their cause!
Besides.
They also summoned back the former pillars.
This includes the former Water Hashira, Sakonji Urokodaki, the former Flame Hashira, and the former Rumble Hashira, who are responsible for escorting and protecting Nezuko's safety.
You can do this before leaving.
In one of the brightly lit rooms, Tanjiro looked at Nezuko lying on the hospital bed. Her eyes were closed, her body was trembling slightly, and she was covered in sweat.
This also worried Tanjiro.
Fortunately, Shinobu Kocho, who was administering the injection, cheerfully said, "This is normal, don't worry, Tanjiro."
However, Nezuko will be moved away from here soon, so I'd like to wish you good luck in your battles in advance!
"I will!"
Tanjiro took one last look at Nezuko on the hospital bed, then was lifted onto a stretcher by the members of the Hidden Army, and was about to leave.
And it was at this moment...
Sakonji Urokodaki also walked in from outside the door. When he looked at Tanjiro again after a long separation, a hint of pride was faintly revealed in his cloudy eyes behind the mask.
"Tanjiro, I know everything you've done. You are my best disciple!"
"Mr. Urokodaki..."
Upon seeing the respected old man again, Tanjiro couldn't help but step forward, his eyes filled with gratitude.
But Sakonji Urokodaki took off his mask first, revealing his face full of vicissitudes and scars!
He said in a deep voice.
"Go ahead and do it, Tanjiro!"
Your sister Nezuko is in our care. Just as I trusted you before, please trust us too. We are capable of protecting Nezuko in your place!
Don't be confused, and don't have any worries. Just go for it!
You and Giyu are both my pride!
Tanjiro could tell that these words came from the bottom of his heart!
At this moment, he was completely resolute in his beliefs, no longer considering or worrying about how many people would perish in this battle.
Now he holds onto only one belief.
That is to kill Muzan Kibutsuji and end it all completely!
Be firm in your convictions and see them through to the end!
Tanjiro's eyes were no longer filled with confusion. "I understand, Master Urokodaki!"
"That's good..."
Sakonji Urokodaki smiled, put his mask back on, and left with the others, under Tanjiro's watchful gaze.
Within the entire Demon Slayer Corps.
The building is deserted.
Even Kagaya Ubuyashiki temporarily left to go to another location, borrowing Yushiro's abilities to command the battle.
Everything is ready.
Tanjiro stood alone on the corridor in front of the Butterfly Mansion, watching the setting sun slowly sinking in front of him, and couldn't help but speak.
"Asuramaru, I'm counting on you this time too!"
"Don't be sad, those demons are starting to move." Asuramaru, with his sword, could clearly sense the presence of demons on the outskirts of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Her strength is strange; it's likely that Nakime activated her Blood Demon Art.
And that's exactly what happened.
Around the Demon Slayer Corps, numerous four-limbed, eye-like creatures appeared, running wildly across the ground before scattering and falling into the earth.
Connect to the Infinity Castle and establish a passage!
Infinity Castle, Muzan stood high above, looking down at the densely packed army of demons. He waved his hand and commanded, "Go and annihilate the Demon Slayer Corps and the Ubuyashiki Clan!"
Among these demons, Upper Ranks and Lower Rank reappeared, but their strength was far beyond what the previous Twelve Kizuki could match!
Kokushibo and Akaza completely disregarded these demons.
With Muzan's command...
The numerous evil spirits present, like hungry Garou, surged out of the passage and arrived at the plain outside, following the guidance.
They marched straight to the Demon Slayer Corps Headquarters!
But as soon as they entered the jungle, a series of deafening roars rang out.
In an instant, flames shot into the sky.
The pre-buried gunpowder detonated, engulfing a large number of evil spirits.
Immediately, a large number of Demon Slayer Corps swordsmen emerged from the jungle, charging forward fearlessly under the leadership of the Pillars.
Sanemi Shinazugawa held a sword in one hand, the blade swirling with hurricane-like energy, his fierce eyes fixed intently on these hideous demons.
"They actually summoned so many evil spirits at once? But these weaklings, I'll kill as many as they come!"
Wind Breathing - First Form - Dust Whirlwind Slash!
It transformed into Tornado and charged forward, shredding all the evil spirits in its path to pieces, with blood, flesh, and limbs flying everywhere.
"Ugh, so bloody... But Mr. Sanemi's ferocious appearance is also so cool!" Mitsuri Kanroji, who was not far away, was still swooning.
Seeing this, Obanai Iguro also worked hard to slay the demons.
Not long after.
Most of these evil spirits were already dead or wounded.
The difference in combat power between the two sides was too great; these evil spirits simply had no ability to fight back!
Finally.
The demons leaped out from the jungle on the right. A giant demon that looked like Toad stared with its small eyes at the pillars who were slaughtering everyone on the battlefield.
And in its eyes, numbers were clearly visible.
Upper Rank Five!
It seemed to be choosing its target, immediately sticking out its tongue and wrapping it around the waist of an A-Rank player, pulling him back.
It opened its blood-red maw, ready to enjoy this delicious meal! "Haha, eating you will make me stronger..."
It was at this critical moment that...
Not far away.
A flash of lightning appeared.
Zenitsu stood with his feet firmly planted on the ground, surrounded by lightning.
The ground beneath his feet cracked open, and he vanished instantly as he drew his sword. "Thunder Breathing - Seventh Form - Raging Lightning God!"
Holding the sword in one hand, the lightning around him coalesced into a giant dragon, which soared along with the blade!
Toad demon could even see what was happening, its tongue and neck were severed.
Having done all this, Zenitsu didn't even pay special attention to the demon. He turned around, sheathed his sword, and looked in other directions.
"Thunder Breathing - First Form - Thunderclap and Flash - Twelve Consecutive Blows!" With each breath, the heads of the demons were thrown off.
Behind him stood Inosuke, wielding two swords.
"Charge forward, charge forward! Beast Breathing - Fang of Fury - Shattering Slash!"
The group pushed forward relentlessly.
Most of these ghosts were terrified and fled back the way they came, wishing they had two more legs.
Chapter 98 The People Entering the Infinity Castle
They rushed towards the entrance to the Infinity Castle one after another, disappearing into it one after another.
Zenitsu and the others, who followed closely behind, looked at the still-open entrance to the Infinity Castle below, their expressions also somewhat grim.
"Should we give chase? Muzan be down there!" Zenitsu held his sword in one hand, ready to strike.
The other pillars also arrived one after another, looking down at the entrance to the Infinity Castle, which was still open at this moment.
It's obvious they're deliberately trying to lure them in!
However, just as everyone hesitated, several Kasugai Crow flew in from the dark night, bringing a large number of talismans.
"Affix the talisman... affix the talisman, enter the Infinity Castle, enter the Infinity Castle..."
Upon hearing the Kasugai Crow's cry, the group no longer hesitated.
He then picked up the talismans and stuck them on his forehead.
They then spotted Yushiro approaching from not far away. Fortunately, everyone present recognized him, so no one intervened to stop him.
Upon approaching, Yushiro said coldly, "Everyone, enter the Infinity Castle. Tanjiro is enough to handle the outside!"
With that, he jumped into the Infinity Castle from the entrance.
This time, those who received the order did not hesitate and followed one after another into the Infinity Castle.
With the arrival of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Nakime also began to exert her full strength, separating those who entered the Demon Slayer Corps and arranging demons to buy as much time as possible.
"Muzan, the entire Demon Slayer Corps has entered the Infinity Castle, and the passage connecting to the Demon Slayer Corps Headquarters is complete."
"Very good!"
Muzan Kibutsuji glanced at Kokushibo and Akaza, who were already poised to attack, before turning around.
"Nakime, teleport us there now!"