But on reflection, it made sense. Ever since Muzan had turned Akaza into a demon, he had forgotten his memories of being human. Yet, unexpectedly, he had retained his human pursuit of greater strength.
He had stubbornly followed the martial path he believed in.
Aside from carrying out that scumbag boss's orders, his greatest hobby was challenging powerful martial artists, then inviting them to become demons like him.
However, the people he invited to become demons were all exceptionally strong, with the potential to reach what he considered the highest realm.
Unfortunately, every one of those who had accepted his invitation and become demons like him had ultimately died.
And today, he had finally encountered someone whose strength surpassed his understanding.
Now, he no longer cared about any mission. Challenging such a powerful opponent was what he wanted most.
"Izuna, go play with him."
"All right."
Izuna answered, then walked forward.
"Mirror Hashira!"
Kyojuro still wanted to fight alongside Izuna. In his eyes, the Upper Rank Three before them would not be easy to handle.
Tetsuya reached out and stopped him.
"That's enough, Kyojuro. Don't interrupt their game. Just relax and watch."
"But..."
"No buts. Just believe in him. Trust doesn't need a reason."
Tetsuya had once again trotted out that classic piece of dubious wisdom: trust didn't need a reason.
Izuna studied Akaza before him. Well, in his eyes, Akaza had a few too many tattoos, but at least he still looked vaguely human.
That Kokushibo fellow had six eyes. What kind of monstrosity was that?
As far as he was concerned, two eyes were enough. At most, one could add a special third eye in the middle of the forehead.
Just like his older brother, Madara Uchiha. When his brother unleashed his full power, another Rinnegan appeared in