Blossoms on Two Branches

At this moment, the enclosed space was deathly silent. Every member of the Twelve Kizuki kept their heads lowered without a word.

Even Akaza, who had defeated Doma not long ago, wore an especially grave expression, though he despised that fellow.

After all, one fed on pure young girls, while the other never ate women. The two demons were naturally opposed to each other.

Yet Akaza had to admit that before his breakthrough, Doma had been an opponent he found difficult to defeat. That guy had been incredibly strong.

But such a powerful demon had died, and that placed a weight on Akaza's heart as well.

However, compared to the unease brought by Muzan Kibutsuji's rage, the Upper Ranks Four, Five, and Six revealed a trace of excitement in their eyes.

The top three positions, which had seemed unchanged for ten thousand years, finally had an opening today. Perhaps they now had a chance to advance further.

A hint of excitement gradually emerged in the three demons' lowered eyes.

Muzan Kibutsuji barely suppressed the fury in his heart and looked at the Twelve Kizuki kneeling below.

"Does anyone know how Doma died?!"

His deep voice carried an indescribable oppression.

Yet after a long while, not a single demon answered his question. This caused the anger Muzan Kibutsuji had barely forced down to surge up once more.

"Useless trash! I gave you so much blood, and you know nothing?! Go investigate immediately! You must find out how Doma died!"

"Yes, Lord Muzan Kibutsuji!"

The demons all lowered their heads and answered in unison.

Only after a moment did Muzan Kibutsuji finally calm down, and his gaze slowly shifted to the last three Upper Ranks.

"Upper Rank Three is vacant now. Which of you is willing to take the position?"

"My lord,