"My wife, Amane, visited the two children herself after learning of their existence." Kagaya's voice carried a trace of weariness and resignation. "After consulting our family's ancient records and examining their traits, Amane was able to all but confirm that these children are descendants of one of the first Breathing Style swordsmen."
"If they come from such a distinguished line, why not just bring them back? If they run into a demon out in the Deep Mountains, two ten-year-olds won't even have a chance to fight back," Rokuya said with a frown.
"That's precisely the problem." Kagaya gave a helpless smile. "Amane has visited them several times already. She tried explaining the existence of demons and the potential in their bloodline, hoping to recruit them into the Demon Slayer Corps. But every time, the older brother, Yuichiro, flatly refused her."
"Refused? Why? Does he not believe demons exist?"
"That's right. Yuichiro is an extremely pragmatic and wary child. He thinks something as absurd as demons couldn't possibly exist, and that Amane is a fraud. He even chased her out with a broom, shouting that if she intended to disturb the brothers' peaceful lives, she shouldn't blame him for getting rough." Kagaya sighed. "Muichiro has a gentler disposition, but with his brother so strongly opposed, he can't make a decision either."
Kagaya turned his face toward Rokuya, his tone earnest. "Rokuya, these children live deep in the Deep Mountains. As they grow older, the scent of their bloodline may attract powerful demons. Their situation is very dangerous. I hope you can make a trip to Mount Jōshin."
"Me?" Rokuya pointed at his own nose. "Master, have you got the wrong idea about me? I never argue when I can use my fists. Send me to teach a demon some physics, and