Tetsuhiro's steady, powerful voice carried in every direction. "Now that the false god has been destroyed, only the evil demons remain. Are you willing to keep fighting for humanity, for a better tomorrow?"
His words broke through the joy of their reunion and brought them back to reality.
"If you aren't willing, I won't force you. I'll lay you to rest at once."
"May I ask, mighty sir, whether we can coexist peacefully with demons?" Kanae asked gently.
"Sister!"
"Shinobu, even though a demon killed me, I still believe that only understanding and tolerance can truly resolve the conflict between humans and demons, not hatred and slaughter."
"That would only lead us into an endless abyss," Kanae explained, stroking the head of Shinobu, whom she held in her arms.
"Kanae, you're right." To everyone's surprise, Tetsuhiro actually agreed with her.
Kanae's face lit up with joy. At last, someone understood her.
"You may not know this, but there are demons in this world who refuse to eat people or cause trouble. They're rare, but they do exist!"
"Why can't humans and demons coexist peacefully? In the future, we'll encounter all sorts of creatures, such as vampires, werewolves, biological weapons, zombies, and so on."
"The Empire will eradicate those who harm living beings. For those with good intentions, we'll establish dedicated facilities and organizations to manage them appropriately."
"You think so too? That's wonderful." Kanae smiled happily.
"Kagaya, what do you think?" Tetsuhiro turned to ask him.
"Seeing the children alive and well around me again is enough for me. As for humanity's future, I entrust it to you, Your Majesty." Kagaya took the opportunity to bow.
"Oyakata-sama!" The newly resurrected people were still bewildered.
"We entrust it to you, Your Majesty!" The other Demon Slayer Corps members and the Hashira