The wrong person on the ground, the opening sword soul template

Chapter 269 The Girl Is Disappearing

The next day, Liang Yue got up and started practicing swordsmanship with Tanjiro Urokodaki and Sakonji.

The breathing techniques that Liang Yue used in the past were all derived from the Reverse Ghost Sword Technique and the Extreme Ghost Sword Technique.

This kind of imitation, which relies purely on memory, can at best only imitate movements and special effects.

Now that he has the opportunity to experience the original Water Breathing technique, he is filled with anticipation.

Urokodaki Sakonji's heart was filled with turmoil. His intuition as a swordsman told him that Liang Yue was an extremely powerful being.

Why would someone who is already so powerful need to learn breathing techniques?
"Liang Yue, are you sure you want to learn Water Breathing? Even though you're already so powerful?"

Liang Yue nodded, "Yes, it would be great if you were willing to teach me."

As a breeder, Sakonji Urokodaki can use his sense of smell to judge whether a person is reliable.

Clearly, Liang Yue in front of them was neither a ghost nor a villain.

Therefore, it would be excellent if such a person learned to breathe water.

He wouldn't mind training more ghosts if it increased the chances of killing or even exterminating them.

"Alright, then I'll demonstrate it completely first."

After watching Urokodaki Sakonji's movements and listening to his instructions on movements, breathing methods, and so on.

Liang Yue then immediately demonstrated it as well.

In just one take, Liang Yue perfectly demonstrated the Water Breathing technique.

He relied solely on his physical abilities to execute his moves, which directly caused Urokodaki Sakonji and Tanjiro to experience intense hallucinations.

It was as if a real, wet waterfall was being slashed from Liang Yue's blade, flowing endlessly in all directions.

Tanjiro gaped in shock, and Urokodaki Sakonji nearly dropped his hand in surprise.

"Isn't this swordsmanship talent just too exaggerated?"

Tanjiro recalled his own experience and studied for a full year and a half.

But now, Liang Yue has surpassed him after only watching it once. Such talent is truly unheard of.

Liang Yue felt the breath of water, "Isn't it a little lacking that I only maintain the breath of water when attacking?"
Is there any possibility of going further?

Urokodaki Sakonji nodded. "Yes, that is the Complete Collection - Regular Mode."

By maintaining the breathing technique consistently, you can ensure that you continue to receive the amplification effects of the breathing technique.

Liang Yue was clearly very interested and then began to inquire about the details of this training.

Urokodaki Sakonji was naturally generous; seeing such a talented young man so humble and eager to learn, he naturally shared all his knowledge with him.

Tanjiro, standing beside Liang Yue, was also studying diligently.

Through Urokodaki Sakonji's explanation, Liang Yue's understanding of Water Breathing has clearly reached a new level.

After Urokodaki Sakonji left, Liang Yue looked at Tanjiro.

"Tanjiro, I have a favor to ask. I want to learn Hinokami Kagura. In exchange, I can teach you some of my swordsmanship."

"Hinokami Kagura? Eh? That's just a priestly dance passed down in our family."

Tanjiro never expected that Liang Yue was only interested in a dance.

He didn't ask how the other person knew about the dance; he simply began to perform it immediately.

Liang Yue memorized all the dance moves the other person performed, and then he looked at Tanjiro.

"Tanjiro, have you ever thought about this? The Hinokami Kagura actually contains the Breath of the Sun."

Tanjiro was stunned again; he had been shocked by Liang Yue's words.

Why does this mysterious, handsome young man know so much?
"What? I didn't know?"

Breathing techniques, as a type of swordsmanship, do not actually produce elemental reactions. However, physical abilities are indeed amplified when using breathing techniques.

The more skilled a swordsman is, the more likely their swordsmanship will cause hallucinations in the surrounding life forms.

Besides, breathing techniques can indeed generate sword energy. As for the destructive power of the sword energy, that depends entirely on the user's own strength.

"In exchange, I will now demonstrate the Reverse Ghost Sword Technique, as well as the corresponding breathing method, etc."

Tanjiro had never intended to ask for any benefits, but Liang Yue didn't give him a chance to refuse.

"The Hidden Ghost Sword Technique? Mr. Liang Yue, is this sword technique related to ghosts?"

"It has nothing to do with ghosts, but it has something to do with spirits."

Liang Yue removed her gloves and raised her sleeves, revealing her pale, ghostly hand. Dark veins were faintly visible on the back of her hand.

The pale left hand gave the impression of being dead, and the dark veins were reminiscent of chains binding evil spirits.

This is Tanjiro's thought after seeing the Moonlit Demon Hand.

"spirits?"

"Yes, similar to ghosts and gods of the underworld."

Tanjiro was at a loss for words. He could smell through his nose that Liang Yue had been through countless battles and walked alongside death...

"Don't get distracted, Tanjiro."

Liang Yue held the knife in her right hand and began to execute the Reverse Ghost Sword Technique. "You can teach this sword technique to any suitable target you deem appropriate."

"Eh? Is it really okay?"

Liang Yue's generosity left Tanjiro at a loss for words.

Liang Yue nodded. "I admire most of the Demon Slayer Corps members. At least you guys are really fighting desperately against man-eating demons."

If my swordsmanship can help you, that's enough.

Most of the Demon Slayer Corps members are positive-energy swordsmen; even if there are a few troublemakers, it's just that their personalities are unlikable.

At least in general, their lifelong goal is to kill demons.

After learning the breathing techniques of the sun and water, Liang Yue spent the rest of her time contemplating the universe.

As his sword soul template improved, his understanding of swordsmanship also deepened.

He now has a premonition that if he wants to go further, he needs to break through his own realm again.

To break through his current realm, he plans to begin by comprehending the workings of heaven and earth.

At night, Nezuko Kamado ran out of her room.

The girl sat in front of Liang Yue, her big, curious eyes fixed on the handsome young man who was meditating with his eyes closed.

To satisfy her curiosity, the girl poked Liang Yue's cheek with her finger.

Liang Yue opened her eyes and grabbed Nezuko's fingers with one hand.

"Is dinner ready? Shall we go?"

Nezuko nodded.

The two then returned to their room, where a sumptuous dinner was laid out on the table.

Fish, rice, mushrooms, pork...

Tanjiro looked at Liang Yue curiously, "Mr. Liang Yue, I see you only meditate, don't you need to hone your swordsmanship?"

Urokodaki Sakonji also looked over at Liang Yue.

Liang Yue put down her chopsticks. "At my current stage, my proficiency in swordsmanship is sufficient."

Therefore, what's more important is to hone one's sword intent, cultivate one's spirit, and comprehend the universe.

If someone else were saying these things, Tanjiro would just think they were bragging.

But if it's Liang Yue, Tanjiro chooses to believe her.

He still vividly remembered the time when Liang Yue could scare a ghost to death with just one word.

That's incredible! Tanjiro and Liang Yue are practically from different species!
"Yes, I asked unnecessary questions. I personally witnessed you scaring a ghost to death." "What? A ghost can be scared to death?"

Urokodaki Sakonji spat out a mouthful of rice. "Tanjiro, why did you forget to mention this part?"

Tanjiro smiled sheepishly, "Because I'm not sure if it will cause Mr. Liang Yue any trouble."

Liang Yue glanced at Tanjiro and the other two, "Nezuko, Sakonji, do you want to experience a terrifying ability?"

Don't worry, I won't let you get hurt.

Urokodaki Sakonji became interested. "This is the first time I've ever heard of a ghost being scared to death. I must try it myself!"

Nezuko's eyes lit up, and she nodded vigorously. She absolutely hated demons.

If it can scare a ghost to death, she definitely wants to see that trick.

So Liang Yue took a deep breath, and the next moment her aura changed.

It was as if he had transformed from an ordinary person into a prehistoric behemoth in an instant.

Aura is a real thing.

The sword intent was released from Liang Yue's entire body, and after being greatly weakened, it spread outwards from Liang Yue as the center.

It was as if a colorless sphere appeared inside Liang Yue's body, and then the sphere rapidly expanded and spread outwards.

Nezuko and the other two only felt a needle prick on their heads, and then the discomfort disappeared.

"This is basically the weakest level; any stronger and it would really cause injury."

Urokodaki Sakonji clenched his fists in excitement, "This is amazing! It's really amazing! It turns out that a person's spirit can really hurt others!"
"Liang Yue, what kind of ability is this? Can you explain it?"

"Sword Intent! The principle is to use one's own spirit to suppress and attack the enemy's spirit."

Just like in a life-or-death battle with cold weapons, people would usually intimidate their opponent with their movements, voice, and eyes.

Tanjiro and the others exchanged bewildered glances, feeling that Liang Yue had reached a legendary level that ordinary people could not attain.

Time flew by, and a few days later the swordsmith delivered the Nichirin Blade to Liang Yue.

Liang Yue drew the blade, and the silver-white blade turned black at that moment.

The more you observe this black color, the more ominous it seems.

"Black?"

Liang Yue examined the knife; its color was the same as the veins on his Ghost Hand.

Currently, Liang Yue possesses two skills through the Ghost Hand technique.

Oni-giri, the sword spirit of Kazan.

One is to unleash the power of ghosts and gods, for melee or ranged attacks.

One is to unleash the power of the demon Kazan, amplifying the strength and spirit of oneself and teammates.

A jet-black crow flew into the room and landed in front of Liang Yue, Tanjiro, and the others.

"Liang Yue, Tanjiro, I will deliver the order. Head to the town in the northwest, where a girl is disappearing."

Find the demon lurking there and vanquish it…

Now that their target had been determined, Liang Yue, Tanjiro, and Nezuko set off immediately.

At this moment, Nezuko was hiding inside the box on Tanjiro's back.

Because he has become a ghost, his body can change size at will. And because the box is specially made, he can stay inside even during the day.

After Urokodaki Sakonji's explanation, Liang Yue learned about the characteristics of the Nichirin Blade and the Demon Slayer Corps uniform.

The Demon Slayer Corps uniforms are made of special fibers that are lightweight, breathable, not easily soaked in water, and not easily ignited.

Even the teeth and claws of ordinary ghosts cannot be damaged.

The Nichirin Blade, on the other hand, was mined from the mountain closest to the sun and is forged from crimson sand iron and crimson ore.

Furthermore, the color of the blade will change depending on the user.

Before long, Liang Yue and the other two arrived at the town that the crow had mentioned.

As Liang Yue walked through the town, she noticed that the residents all looked somewhat unusual.

He listened briefly to the conversation of the surrounding residents.

A pair of women were chatting. "It's so scary at night now. More young girls are being abducted after nightfall."

"If this continues, when will it end? Look, that's He Si."

It's said that Riko, who was with him, was kidnapped.

Liang Yue and Tanjiro both looked at the young man not far away.

That was He Si, who looked dazed and walked with a light, unsteady gait.

Tanjiro looked at Liang Yue, "Mr. Liang Yue, shall we go ask that gentleman?"

Liang Yue nodded. "Let's go, he should have some clues."

So Liang Yue and the other two stopped He Si, "Mr. He Si, could you tell us about what happened at that time in detail?"

More than one girl has gone missing in the town, and Kazumi never expected that he and she would also become victims.

Now that someone is willing to lend a helping hand, even if the hope is slim, he wants to try again.

So He Si quickly nodded, "Okay, okay. Please follow me!"

The group arrived at the spot where Riko disappeared, and Kazumi began to explain: "Riko disappeared right here, although you may not believe it..."

Tanjiro looked at Kazumi earnestly, "I believe it, I believe it very much!"

Then he carried the wooden box on his back, lay down on the ground, and started sniffing. His nose was very sensitive.

That's why he quickly caught the scent of the ghostly creature around him.

Ghosts really do exist here!

At this moment, Tanjiro lay down on the ground, sniffing as he crawled. This strange behavior naturally attracted the attention of passersby.

However, finding the person was clearly more important, so Tanjiro completely ignored the stares of passersby.

After that, Liang Yue and the others followed Tanjiro, searching for clues together.

As darkness fell, Tanjiro looked at Kazumi and said, "I've detected a new aura; in short, I've found some clues."

Kazumi originally wanted to give up, but he was deeply moved by Tanjiro's persistence.

As darkness fell, Liang Yue and the others stopped.

Liang Yue coughed. "Watch out, they're here!"

Tanjiro immediately stopped in his tracks, and a dark shadow suddenly appeared on the ground.

Then a hand reached out from the shadows and grabbed at Tanjiro's ankle.

Liang Yue swung her right hand, which was holding the Nichirin Blade, and released a sword aura imbued with the breath of water, severing the demon's arm.

The severed arm fell into the shadows as if it had fallen into water, creating drops of black shadow and the sound of splashing water.

"You bastards! Die!"

Then three ghostly figures appeared simultaneously in the shadows on the ground; three identical ghosts appeared on the ground.

They simultaneously attacked Liang Yue, Tanjiro, and Kazumi.

"Three ghosts appeared at the same time?"

Tanjiro was completely shocked, but he still prepared to fight back immediately.

Liang Yue also made a move instantly, simultaneously attacking the three ghosts that had appeared.

Three sword energies flashed and the blade fell, instantly approaching the three ghosts' bodies...

(End of this chapter)