Demon slayer: A journey of confusion

People say innate talent determines the extent to which you will excel in a particular field …. 

Why? Why can't a person excel even without talent or is that saying just used as validation for people who had squandered their abilities? Hard work is the greatest equalizer 

FOR the past Fucking 8 years I died and died and died…. But with each death I gained insight on how to utilize my sword to its whole abilities 

When in front of that thing I always felt a primal fear telling me I would never be able to beat it 

My system never helped me, it just a reminded me about the 1000's of times i have failed 

But my growth was prominent with each death my stats increased I finally felt power 

Moon breathing is not just a style but a legacy of imperfection created in desperation. Each movement is nothing more than a imperfect copy of something greater

This was a good thing for me 

As I stood in the same tan coliseum bathing in the same sun while fighting the same fight I would try to develop each movement to its maximum 

I knew I would die in 11 years. due to me awakening my mark … but why fret over the past rather, Why Not fucking live every moment to it's fullest?

"BING"

["HOST'S STATS ARE BEING REVERTED- conversion into healing process 3-2-1 0 … process COMPLETE!']

I knew all my stats will be reverted to as they were prior to my coma 

'Still in the mind realm'

"BUT WHY DO ALL MY STATS GET FUCKING REVERTED!!!!!!!"

"Damn it damn it damn it dammit damn it all! why did I spend the last 8 years struggling to raise my stats if they were just going to be reverted"

[waking HOST]

[awakening from coma]

"Uhhhh"

Fluttering my eyes open I observed my surroundings

I was in a room with several medical beds each one below a window accompanied with by night stand 

And by my bed was my Cane sword 

It was night outside. the moon was full, and the crickets were chirping 

it was quite tranquil 

"Fuck, When was the last damn time I had time to myself?."

"Also where am I?!"

Weary of where I was, I slowly sat up to observe my body 

That proved to be an extremely difficult process 

'Urghhhh huff hfff uh hu hu huff'

"Damn hu hu that was harder 'pant' than expected."

The view of my body was surprising to say the least. I was draped in a white gown my left arm was enveloped in bandages, my abdomen and chest covered in bandages and my body was extremely nimble my cheeks had sunken in and my hair had grown an uncomfortable amount in several places other than my head 

"I thought the system said It would heal me … FOR FUCKS SAKE DAMN IT!"

Realizing my mistake I covered my mouth and listed the surrounding noises

"Fuck." I whispered unconsciously

Realizing no one was coming I let out a sigh in relief

"Man, why did my body become so nimble, wait, "Status"

[Akito ] 

Level [10]

Species [human]

Talent [sword] [breathing style] status [host's current condition nullifies stats]

Job [Demon slayer] sex [male]

Title [ "one who survived adversity"]

Strength–15 → (2.5)

Battle Intelligence-11

Stamina-15 → (2.5)

Agility-15 → (2.5) 

Total concentration constant[MAX]

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-Sword arts-

-Moon breathing- [16+1] forms mastered

[NEW] esoteric art 10000 days of lunar wrath 

Advanced swordsmanship - [66%] mastered 

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Items- Nichirin cane Sword 

[Description] 

A weapon which was handcrafted by swordsmith over the course of many years for the sole purpose of Eradicating all Demons

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"My stats went down to 2.5 after awakening huh"

I said helplessly as I gazed at the full moon in the sky 

"Since I can't sleep why not explore the surroundings maybe I might recognize them"

Reaching out for my cane sword I used it to sluggishly got out of bed 

 "UHHHH!"

Attempting to stand, the best I was able to muster up was a very unsteady wobble towards the door

Existing I was room I was met with the outside breeze and chilled environment

Slowly sitting down on the engawa 

I pierced into the sky with my amber yellow eyes while being burdened with the memories of my parents and my sisters, but also at the same time relieved by the awestrucking starry night

"I'm sorry mom & dad, I couldn't join you at the end after all" I say smiling bitterly 

-POV Shinobu 10 minutes prior- 

For the last two months the demon slayer corps has been toiling in chaos, due to the events transpiring 2 months ago. After a few non-hashira fought and survived in a fight against an upper moon, and the controversial decision of Tengen taking in a Tsuguko … but that person is not affiliated with the demon slayer corps in any way 

I checked on him at the request of Kanzak after he would consecutively spasm and froth at the mouth for hours on end during the last 2 months. His physical condition was deteriorating it was a miracle in it's own right for him to be alive

 'but how to I tell him he may never be able to wield a sword in his life again' 

That's what I thought until several minutes ago, where I entered the infirmary after hearing a loud voice erupt. 

That's when I saw the white haired kid, expecting him to spasm again. 

I was about to get the proper equipment to help until … I noticed he was conscious and observing the surroundings questionably.

Deviating from my usual antics, I felt It would be better to observe him in order to understand why Tengen chose him.

 I watched him use vulgar words several times while struggling to stand up. 

Which to clarify should not have been possible due to his horrible condition and lack of mussel activity the past 2 months … but he was doing so 

 while holding his cane which was used to wobble towards the engawa before halting movement and collapsing into a seated position

Staring at him I couldn't help but eavesdrop " "I'm sorry mom & dad, I couldn't join you at the end after all" he said smiling bitterly 

Watching this I felt an ache in my heart telling me to comfort him but I resisted, rather opting to walk towards him 

-Akito-

"You know It's never good to wish death upon oneself, it's a bad omen" spoke the new comer tilting her head while adorning a smile accompanied by smooth purple hair, and eyes that seemed to be observe my every movement 

Already sensing her presence I rebutted "I guess you're right " turning my head toward the newcomer"

"How long did you know I was watching" she asked teasingly 

"Since the beginning" I replied honestly 'there was no point in lying anyway'

Sitting next to me she questioned " don't you want to know where you are?" 

"It wouldn't really make a difference if I did know, but I can guess from the demon I fought to the uniform you adorn to the sword on your waist … I would say a demon slayer infirmary or something" 

"Quite observant are we" she relied closed eyed cupping her hands in a cheerful motion

"But if you don't mind what's your name" shinobu asked 

While gazing at the sky

"My name is Akito"

"Akito hmm, that's a nice name"

"Mr's butterfly lady"

"No need to use honorifics, call me shinobu" 

"Okay shinobu …. May I ask how I can join the corps"

Surprised by the question "we would normally send you to a place to prove your competence to the corps but you were an exception … 

"May you elaborate shinobu"

"You fought and damaged an Upper moon immensely. The sound hashira told us about how valiantly you fought, and from what I can notice you seem very talented to have mastered the concentration constant at such a young age … "

"But the sound hashira a request"

"Huh, why would he have a request?" ' I remember in the anime the sound hashira retired'

"He wants you to be his Tsuguko"

Confused " Shinobu not to sound rude, but what now?"

"A Tsuguko is an exceptionally talented Demon Slayer who is designated as the apprentice of one of the Hashira." she spoke with her index finger placed in her chin 

… 'inside my mind' 

' was that explanation supposed to fucking help me'

"So am I in the demon slayer corps, Shinobu?"

"Yes, but the master wanted your consent but it seems you agree right" she asked with a soft expression

"Miss Shinobu, I know we've have only known each other for about 30 minutes, but may I ask for a small favor" I asked with hopeful eyes 

While looking into the youths' amber eyes, she couldn't help but feel as if she were looking at a reflection of her younger self

 "Fine …, but I would need to know what the favor is?" 

"Those uniform, Do I need to wear them"

"Yes if you do join the demon slayer corps you would receive one, but what's the favor?

"The thing is, when I believe I won't be able to move properly …. Would it be fine if you can help me where my normal outfit" 

"Akito … I could try but I would need to know your fighting style the attire you want and a reason to why you want to wear something else " Shinobu

"Ye- yes I use a derivative breathing called Moon breathing, and I usually wear a black trench coat with a red upper shirt accompanied by a pair of black pants"

'Moon breathing never heard of it, I'll ask the master'

"I might be able to help if that's all, and also the corps asked me question where you got that sword" Shinobu asked increasing the tension unconsciously 

"Uhhh sorry I don't know if you're going to believe me but … "

"But what?" Shinobu asked with a soft smile contrasting the tension 

"Shinobu-sama when I was in the redlight district … well because I was lost you know I uhh.." '

'damn it when I say it aloud it makes me sound like a scumbag! Fuck!'

"Saw a frail old man using a cane which I thought would make a great accessory for my outfit,

 so I asked the old man If I could pay for it but when I was about to receive the money from my Kimono it was already gone as was the old man leaving the cane or sword in his place…"

As soon as I finished my wacky ass story like explanation I started to cringe due to my past actions 

Shinobu still adorning a soft smile rose one of her eyebrows in confusion but reverted to her normal slack face, understanding everything I said wasn't a lie

"You don't seem to be lying but … the sword is a hashiras and you are only a Hinoe due to your merit …. I would need to ask the master so may I borrow it" Shinobu asked with respect to my boundaries 

"Sure as long as I get a sword to use while I recover"

"You still need to recover your body, but you should receive word on your sword soon. You should head back to bed"

"Thank you, senpai" I replied with slight bow

"No need bye"

"By-

Already gone Shinobu couldn't help but think 'Tanjiro Akito please become strong … strong enough the help us end this never ending battle'

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:} chapter 11 done who knows 

Did I do good or bad

Also Shinobu or the Aio I don't know 

No harem (dude I'm 14 and I avidly avoid anything related to harem sorry but no =.>)