Ascending the Throne from the Pillar of Destruction

"While I really want to keep you with me, I'd rather not become a burden or restriction for you," Hongyue said firmly.

Kurozawa sighed, pondered for a moment, and said, "Assuming there are no accidents, it will take at least thirty years, probably more, for you to cultivate the Immortal Body."

"During this time, I'll find a way to bring you with me."

Hongyue shook her head and said, "It's no use. I'm different from you."

"I was born here; I belong to this world. Even if I become strong, I can't leave it."

Kurozawa was silent for a while, then smiled brightly.

"Don't worry, there's always a way."

"Always staying in one world, no matter how beautiful its scenery or how vast its sky, you'll eventually get tired of looking at it."

"After all, our lifespans are practically endless."

Hongyue nodded and said, "Indeed. After a thousand years, even though eras change and epochs shift, it has become increasingly boring."

It was the same for Muzan Kibutsuji, the original body. After first turning into a Demon, he tried everything and found everything so new and strange.

But as time went on, his heart became less and less able to feel joy. Most of the time, it was silent, like stagnant water.

If there were no new things to experience, then eternal life might not be a good thing.

Kurozawa tightened his grip on Hongyue's soft hand and said solemnly, "Didn't your father also return to the Demon Slayer World? That means there's a way for me to return after I leave."

"In the endless worlds, there must be special means or abilities that can also take you out of this world."

"I will obtain that ability and then return to the Demon Slayer World."

"By then, you can join me in traversing numerous dimensions and worlds."

"Believe me, I can do it."

In the endless worlds, different abilities are like the stars in the sky, countless.

Kurozawa thought carefully and had already come up with some feasible methods.

Since the World Seed enveloped his soul and could take him to the next world, bringing Hongyue would definitely require starting with her soul. Kurozawa now recalled a manga he had read before.

Jujutsu Kaisen.

In the Jujutsu World, there were special Cursed Spirits that could touch, manipulate, and modify souls.

If he could obtain a similar ability, perhaps there would be a way to take Hongyue with him.

Although he was currently helpless, there was a theoretically feasible method. As long as there was a path forward, there was no need to worry too much.

On the other side, hearing Kurozawa's promise, a faint smile appeared on Hongyue's face.

She thought for a moment, then said equally seriously, "Then after you leave, I also have my own things to do."

Kurozawa was puzzled: "What is it?"

Hongyue raised her head, her demeanor suddenly changing, her face full of disdain.

"I will build an empire that belongs to us, with the Black Flame Blood Moon as our flag, planted all over this world."

If Kurozawa could only return to the Demon Slayer World hundreds or even thousands of years in the future, it would likely be difficult for him to recognize the original geography and city distribution. Hongyue didn't want to miss Kurozawa's return because of changes in time and place, and her silent seclusion.

So Hongyue thought of this radical method.

"When you come back, as long as you see the Black Flame Blood Moon flag, it means I am here too."

Seeing Hongyue's domineering expression, completely like a major villain, Kurozawa was stunned, then laughed heartily.

"Okay, if you want to be an Empress, then give it a try."

No matter what, she had to find something to do.

Once Hongyue cultivated the Immortal Body, she would have the confidence to do anything.

Moreover, Empress Hongyue would definitely have a unique charm, which made Kurozawa somewhat look forward to it.

"I need to reorganize the Lower Moons. Do you have any suitable candidates?"

Building an empire was not something that could be accomplished by working alone. Hongyue asked Kurozawa for his opinion.

Kurozawa thought carefully and smiled, "I actually do."

Ordinary Demons were easy to create, but Lower Moon Demons, especially the Upper Moons, all required extremely strong talent. The Upper Moons had already shown their prominence when they were human, unlike ordinary people.

Hongyue asked curiously, "Who? I won't be interested in just anyone."

Kurozawa smiled and said, "Give me a drop of your blood, and you'll know in the future."

Creating Demons was perhaps Hongyue's unique Blood Demon Art. After Kurozawa evolved into the Immortal Body, his blood was no longer related to Hongyue's, so naturally, he couldn't turn people into Demons.

Hongyue complied, forcing out some crimson blood, which drilled into Kurozawa's body like a living thing.

Kurozawa nodded and said, "There's no time to lose. I need to go to Mount Kumotori."

He remembered the promise he had made, and it just so happened that Hongyue also needed Upper Moons.

Hongyue didn't ask further.

"Do you want me to go with you?"

Kurozawa said softly, "No need. I'll go during the day and be back quickly."

A day later, on Mount Kumotori, in a muddy clearing after the rain, several children were playing, covered in mud. A gentle-looking woman nearby softly scolded them a few times, then joined in.

Beneath the eaves, a few remaining raindrops fell from the tiles, dripping onto the ground, splashing up mud flowers.

Tanjuro leaned against the doorframe, his body gaunt, his face sallow.

He was like those falling raindrops, not knowing when he would hit the ground, shattered and lifeless.

The gloomy weather from the half-month of heavy rain had worsened his lung disease. Now, he was almost terminally ill, with no strength left to live.

Tanjuro silently watched Kie and the children play, trying hard to dispel the gloom in his heart and force a smile.

But death followed him like a shadow, seemingly having locked onto his throat and slowly tightening its grip.

Knowing he didn't have much time left, Tanjuro couldn't manage a smile.

"Why the long face? What are you thinking about?"

A familiar, deep voice sounded beside him. Tanjuro was startled.

Turning his head sharply, Tanjuro saw Kurozawa appear like a ghost and sit down beside him.

Some sunlight fell on Kurozawa, but he seemed completely comfortable.

This discovery made Tanjuro's pupils constrict, his face filled with disbelief.

He knew Kurozawa was a Demon, but appearing before him in broad daylight, under the sun, was truly astonishing.

Kurozawa watched the playing children intently, saying softly, "Your family has a very good relationship."

"It looks like a harmonious and happy family."

After two sentences of praise, Kurozawa's tone shifted, becoming sharp as a knife: "However, you're dying."

"You won't be able to see your children grow up with your own eyes, nor can you grow old with your partner."

"Your children are very likely to be bullied in the future, and your wife will probably..."

Before he finished speaking, Tanjuro suddenly coughed violently and said, unable to bear it any longer, "What exactly do you want? I've already given you the Breathing Technique!"

He knew that in front of Kurozawa, whether he acted weak or resolute, it wouldn't change his original goal, so he didn't hide the vigilance and disgust in his words.

The coughing attracted everyone's attention. Kie and the children stopped playing.

Kurozawa stood up, walked over, and stroked the hair of a round-faced boy. Then he turned to look at Tanjuro and smiled, "I just want to help you, help you live on, live until you have grandchildren and grow old with your partner."

"Of course, if you don't want my help, I'll turn around and leave and won't bother your life."

"After all, you don't have many days left to live."

Hearing Kurozawa's words, especially that Tanjuro was dying, the children felt uneasy and all looked at Tanjuro. Kie was also silent, her face showing some sorrow and reluctance.

Tanjuro's breath hitched.

After a long time, he spoke with difficulty, "Then, what is the price?"

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