I'm not going to be an Spirit! (Translate)

Late at night, outside Asakusa.

Under the moonlight, Kyōjurō Rengoku was carrying his sister on his back and running all the way to Tokyo.

As it was too late, they missed the last bus and had to walk.

But it's not a big deal.

For the members of the Demon Slayer Corps, especially the Pillar-level members, traveling is something they are all very familiar with.

With the help of breathing techniques and amazing endurance, Kyōjurō Rengoku would not feel tired even if he ran all night.

"Kotori, are you still coming to Asakusa for that pen pal named Yushiro?"

On the way, Kyōjurō Rengoku found topics to talk about and chatted while walking quickly.

"Well, I remember telling my brother before that Yushiro is the son of a medical family, right?" Kotori Itsuka brought out the excuse she had made up before, "I was very interested in herbs some time ago, and Yushiro was happy to teach me some knowledge, so I came to Asakusa often."

"Congratulations, you finally found something you like." Kyōjurō Rengoku said with a smile, "So, does Kotori want to become a doctor in the future?"

"Yes!" Kotori Itsuka nodded. "Although I am not good at fighting, and I don't have the talent for practicing breathing techniques and swordsmanship, if I can become a doctor, I can join the Demon Slayer Corps in the future and become my brother's helper!"

"Kotori is indeed a good kid."

"hey-hey."

The two chatted and soon moved away from Asakusa.

Following a shorter path into the forest, Kyōjurō Rengoku steps were as fast as the wind, and he did not slow down at all on the rugged mountain road.

However, not long after entering the forest, his steps suddenly stopped.

"Hush."

She stopped chatting with her sister, put down the Rengoku Apricot and raised her index finger as a gesture of silence.

As if he had sensed something dangerous approaching, his expression became alert and his hand was placed on the hilt of the Nichirin Sword, ready to draw the sword at any time.

In the forest, everything is quiet.

It was at this time that Kyōjurō Rengoku realized something was wrong.

Yes, it's too quiet.

Not to mention the singing of birds, there was not even the chirping of insects.

It is precisely because of this that it seems even more abnormal.

"I didn't expect to meet the Demon Slayer Corps in a place like this."

At this moment, a male voice sounded above the thick trees.

As the words fell, a figure jumped down from the tree trunk and stood in front of Kyōjurō Rengoku and Kotori Itsuka.

Under the moonlight, the true form of the figure was revealed.

It was a male Demons.

The man was wearing a cloth garment that barely covered his body. His exposed muscles showed exaggerated strength and explosive power, and the regular black lines on his skin added a bit of intimidation.

Seeing the guy appearing not far away, Kyōjurō Rengoku no longer hesitated and slowly drew out the Nichirin Sword with the words "Evil Demon Slayer" engraved on it.

Because he saw three words engraved in the man's eyes.

Waist, three.

The most powerful fighter among the Demons , and also the strongest among the upper ranks.

Feeling the powerful aura and eerie Demonsly spirit coming from the other party, Kyōjurō Rengoku waved his hand slightly, signaling Kotori Itsuka not to get too close, but also not too far away.

The Upper Three, Akaza, who suddenly appeared, looked at the brother and sister in front of him.

But he just glanced at Kotori Itsuka and lost interest.

Looking at Kyōjurō Rengoku who was protecting his sister behind him, Akaza smiled with interest.

"You are the pillar, right?"

Just as Kyōjurō Rengoku saw through the other party's identity, Akaza narrowed his eyes and also saw through the other party's identity: "This kind of refined fighting spirit is really rare, almost close to the highest realm of martial arts. Only the pillars in the Demon Slayer Corps can reach this level."

"My name is Kyōjurō Rengoku, the Flame Pillar of the Demon Slayer Corps."

I won't move unless the enemy moves. Facing the Twelve Kizuki, Kyōjurō Rengoku did not dare to act rashly and answered the other party's questions.

Although he still looks calm on the surface, his heart has already fallen to the bottom.

When did the waxing moon become so easy to see?

Upper Six was killed a few days ago, and just now the leader of Ratatoskr revealed the whereabouts of Upper Two, and now he has met Upper Three again.

The upper-rank demons, which have not been seen for decades, have appeared frequently during this period.

As expected, is it just as the lord said?

The decisive battle between humans and Demons is coming soon?

Kyōjurō Rengoku took a deep breath and circulated the breathing technique to every muscle.

Looking at Kyōjurō Rengoku whose aura was getting stronger and stronger, Akaza did not panic, but his smile became more intense.

"You are stronger than any of the pillars I have ever met."

Unlike Kyōjurō Rengoku seriousness, Akaza's attitude was very casual, and he even extended an invitation to his opponent: "It would be a waste to let a talent like you die. Would you like to consider becoming a demon, Kyojuro?"

"I refuse."

"Is that really the case?"

Akaza was not angry. He glanced at the trembling Kotori Itsuka behind him and asked, "Who is this woman behind you to you?"

"My sister." Kyōjurō Rengoku eyes narrowed, "As long as I'm alive, you can't get close to her."

"Haha, don't worry, I don't kill or eat women." Akaza said calmly, "But the same may not be true for other guys."

As soon as he finished speaking, Kyōjurō Rengoku pupils suddenly contracted.

Without hesitation, he used all his strength to swung behind him, and the Nichirin Sword cleanly cut off the tentacle that was about to grab Kotori Itsuka.

"Swish!"

The octopus's tentacles were cut in half and fell to the ground, jumping a few times like a stranded fish, and then lost their vitality.

In the shadows of the forest, a monster with a body growing in a pot and features that looked like they were pieced together jumped out of the darkness.

"Really, Akaza-sama, I was so close to catching that cute child."

Another upper-rank demon, Gyokko, with the words "Upper Rank Five" engraved in his eyes, showed up and said with a hint of blame in his tone: "You like that pillar, and I like this girl. We can just take the person we want, why do you have to make things difficult for me?"

"snort..."

Although Gyokko's attitude was respectful, a hint of displeasure still flashed across Akaza's face.

Not all of the Upper Ranks are united and pally.

This demon, who ranks fifth among the Twelve Kizukis, is the second most annoying colleague among all the Twelve Kizukis.

"Just because I won't do anything to your sister doesn't mean that guy won't."

Akaza looked at the twisted Demons in the pot with disgust, and then shifted his gaze to Kyōjurō Rengoku: "Don't blame me for not reminding you, that guy is a living pervert. If you don't want your sister to become his [artwork], you'd better agree to my conditions."

"..."

"I'll give you one last chance, Kyojuro. As long as you're willing to become a Demons, I can guarantee that your sister will leave safely."

Akaza looked at the silent Kyōjurō Rengoku and asked with a smile.

"If you want, I can make her a Demons too. How does that sound?"