"Zheng..."
The melodious sound of the pipa once again echoed through the woods...
As the door reappeared, a warm yellow light quietly shone through the pristine white snow.
A tall figure, holding a long sword, slowly rose from the ground until he finally stood completely on the ground.
As he stood still, the door slowly closed, and the light from the cracks gradually faded, eventually turning into a wisp of smoke that silently merged into the surrounding air.
Kokushibo surveyed the entire battlefield.
Through the traces at the scene, he could almost see Akaza fighting the Demon Slayer the night before.
After scanning the entire room with his gaze, Kokushibo took a few steps forward.
Accompanied by a soft "bang".
Kokushibo's figure leaped lightly to the treetop.
The supple branches seemed oblivious to the arrival of the newcomer, remaining standing silently.
A gentle breeze stirred, causing Kokushibo's fiery red hair to flutter slightly.
Kokushibo's gaze swept across the dark environment, quickly focusing on the pitch-black small town.
Accompanied by the exertion of force from the feet.
Kokushibo's figure suddenly disappeared above the treetops.
This time, the treetops finally felt something.
The snow piled up on the trees fell down.
Snowflakes continued to fall gently down the street.
They were stepping on the increasingly thick snow.
Ding Yi, who was taking uneven steps forward Teiichi stopped.
His gaze shifted slightly upwards.
Look at the figure walking towards us in the distance.
Her bright red hair was tied up high, and her purple snakeskin and black patchwork kimono paired with black hakama made her look exceptionally clean and neat.
Six golden eyes were arranged in three neat rows on his face.
The words "Shang Xian" and "" are engraved on the row of eyes in the middle.
As he watched the figure approaching him in the distance, Teiichi's body tensed instantly.
His right hand swiftly rested on the hilt of his Nichirin Blade behind his waist, ready to draw it at any moment.
At the same time, a thought flashed through my mind.
Am I being targeted?
As the distance between the two continued to shrink, a heavy and oppressive aura emanated from Kokushibo, rushing towards Teiichi as if it were a tangible force.
The Transparent World is a skill that allows for perfect self-control.
They can perfectly conceal their aura, making themselves undetectable to anyone.
However, for Kokushibo had already mastered the Transparent World...
For him, concealing his aura was the most useless ability of the Transparent World.
What he has always pursued is strength!
Unparalleled strength!
A strength that surpasses everyone else!
as well as...
He has the same strength as his younger brother Yoriichi Tsugikuni!
Teiichi frowned deeply.
Judging solely by breath.
Kokushibo's strength is considerably greater than Akaza's, who comprehended the Supreme Territory yesterday.
"This is troublesome..."
Teiichi murmured softly.
Kokushibo slowly walked to Teiichi ten meters from Dingyi, and then stopped.
His gaze swept over the Demon Slayer before him, scrutinizing him from head to toe.
In his gaze, Teiichi seemed to be seen through.
Every bone and muscle in his body was displayed in exquisite detail before him.
"That's wonderful!" Kokushibo's voice was deep and powerful. "I haven't met anyone in 300 years who could temper their body to your level!"
Teiichi frowned slightly upon hearing this, but ignored him and suggested, "Let's go up the mountain to fight!"
Kokushibo's head turned slightly.
He quickly glanced at the houses on both sides.
Then, attention was refocused on Teiichi.
Are you worried... that our fight will harm these people?
Upon Teiichi, Ding Yi remained silent, only nodding slightly.
"Heh..." Kokushibo sneered, "Isn't this exactly the same as a member of the Demon Slayer Corps?"
The Demon Slayer in front of him did not reply. Kokushibo remained silent for a while, then slowly nodded.
"Okay, but... you have to answer a few questions for me..."
For Kokushibo...
In this town, only the Demon Slayer in front of him could pique his interest.
As for the other humans nearby...
Whether he lives or dies, it means nothing to him.
He wasn't even qualified to glance at her.
As for using humans to blackmail the Demon Slayer in front of him?
He neither needs to nor deigns to do so...
Upon hearing this, Teiichi frowned.
Answer a few questions for him?
Are you planning to ask about the Demon Slayer Corps?
You should directly ask yourself where the Demon Slayer Corps Headquarters is, and whether you should tell them or not.
Seemingly sensing Teiichi's thoughts, Kokushibo spoke up, "Don't worry... I won't ask about the Demon Slayer Corps! It's all about you!"
"Mine?"
Teiichi looked puzzled; he couldn't think of anything about himself that would interest Kokushibo.
Kokushibo nodded, without immediately asking any questions.
Instead, he stood quietly in place, one hand resting on the knife at his waist, waiting for Teiichi's reply.
His posture suggested that if Teiichi didn't agree, he would immediately launch an attack right there.
"Alright!"
After a brief moment of thought, Teiichi finally nodded slowly.
The fact that Kokushibo was able to get here means that his information is definitely not a secret among the Upper Rank.
At a time like this, you still want to ask about your own intelligence?
Surely my own body can't be Tsugikuni's bloodline, can it?
It's unclear whether this stems from confidence in one's own abilities or from trust in the stronger individuals.
After Teiichi responded, Kokushibo didn't say anything more and turned to walk towards the mountain.
Teiichi stood there watching Kokushibo walk away, and finally followed after him.
A dimly lit, snowy night.
The two walked one after the other, maintaining a distance of about twenty meters, silently and resolutely heading towards the mountains.
"You've awakened your Demon Slayer Mark?"
After stepping out of town, Kokushibo's voice finally rang out.
Upon Teiichi, Dingyi slightly raised his head, his gaze piercing through the wind and snow, landing precisely on Kokushibo in front of him.
Although Kokushibo had just asked a question, he didn't turn around but continued walking forward.
"No," Teiichi replied.
"Is that the awakening of the Transparent World?"
"No, not at all," Teiichi replied.
Hiding it won't do any good.
It's not some special ultimate move or a skill that can be countered.
It's been said, so it's been said.
Besides, I didn't have it to begin with.
Even if it could be restrained, it wouldn't be able to control oneself.
" Red Nichirin Blade?"
Still no.
The three consecutive "no"s made Kokushibo stop in his tracks.
He slowly turned around, his gaze fixed intently on Teiichi.
Their eyes met in the wind and snow, and for a moment, the whole world seemed to stand still.
"Pure power..."