Demon Slayer: Can I add points to my Breathing Technique?

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When Kazami Kōki returned to the training hall with five letters of recommendation in the evening, he was stunned at the door.

Has this house been renovated?

The floor was clean, the utensils were in good order, and even the dust in the corners by the window was wiped clean.

In the distance, the stove in the kitchen was burning brightly, and the enticing aroma of stewed meat wafted through the air.

Outside the door, several bundles of chopped firewood were neatly stacked.

Even the vegetable garden that he hadn't had time to tend to in the morning had been loosened and thoroughly watered.

what?

The old man blinked, looking at Xia Xi who was busy in the kitchen.

Wearing an apron, she skillfully flipped the spatula in the pot.

This child has become so diligent since he went out for a while.

Soon, dinner was served at the low table next to the fireplace.

[Wild Game and Vegetable Stewed Pork Bone]

Pan-fried salmon belly

Seafood and Tonkotsu Miso Soup

How abundant...

Where did this kid get the pork and salmon?

Kazami Kira took a small sip from the wooden bowl in her hand.

"Unexpectedly delicious..."

Looking up at his apprentice, who was staring absently at the firelight, the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes smoothed out.

The old man nodded with great satisfaction: "Young man, with your skills, you'll definitely be able to marry a good woman in the future."

Xia Xi: "Huh?"

He's reviewing his life skills.

LV2 [Physical Training] [Cooking] [Running]

LV1 [Suzhen] [Camping] [Fishing] [Logging]

LV0 [Harvesting] [Cleaning] [Farming]

Achievement Points: 8

【Wind Breathing LV.3 (427/2000)】

To be honest, he didn't expect that cooking would upgrade to level two earlier than the running he gained from traveling.

"This is a letter of recommendation I wrote for you. Keep it safe."

After the meal, Kazami handed over several letters of introduction.

Five seals in total.

[Exhibited by Mr. Urokodaki Sakonji...]

[Matsuyama Gate Brotherhood Exhibition...]

[A personal exhibition by Ms. Mei Nikaido...]

[Exhibited by Mr. Rengoku Makijuro...]

[Igarashi Uzome's personal exhibition...]

"The swordsman seniors of the four breathing techniques, and your senior brother's." The old man patted Xia Xi's head with a complicated expression and said, "You brat, it seems you're planning to take a remarkable path."

Let's set off tomorrow.

"Let's go visit Mr. Urokodaki of Mount Sagiri first, since Water Breathing is the most inclusive breathing technique."

"I will also write a letter to explain to you, my lord."

"Perhaps you will have already mastered the basics of Water Breathing before the Lord's mission and team uniform arrive."

Xia Xi seemed a little distracted again.

Kazami tightened her grip and vigorously ruffled his hair.

"When you meet these seniors, be polite and don't just sit there in a daze."

"Also, if anything happens later..."

"Write a letter to me or your senior brother."

"We'll find a way to help you."

Xia Xi nodded blankly upon seeing him.

Kazami sighed helplessly.

"Be smart, and be careful on the road."

Xia Xi: Okay, Master (*?_?)

Chapter 15 Misty Mountain and the Breath of Water

"OI~Is Mr. Urokodaki home?"

In the misty mountains.

Following his master's instructions, Xia Xi did indeed find a small wooden cabin.

However, it seems that no one is home.

However, some faint noises could be heard coming from the deep mountains not far away.

No wonder it's called Sagiri Mountain.

The humid, sticky air coalesced into a thick, impenetrable fog, enveloping vast swathes of forest.

In many places, patches of rain clouds can be vaguely seen tilting down.

I wonder if elderly people living here will experience rheumatism and pain.

Just as Xia Xi was about to go into the mountains to take a look.

The sounds in the thick fog ceased.

All that remains is the rustling of leaves and the white noise of the humid monsoon.

Almost simultaneously, Xia Xi placed his hand on the hilt of the Nichirin sword.

Could it be a cheat code?

No, if there really were cannibals around here, they would probably have been dealt with by Master Urokodaki who lives here long ago.

Suddenly, a very faint rustling sound of clothes came from behind.

The blade is drawn.

But a hand pressed it down firmly.

"They were very alert and didn't seem to feel any discomfort due to the altitude. They were quite well-mannered."

"They clearly have Nichirin swords, but they're not wearing team uniforms."

"Child, are you a disciple of some mentor?"

A very old voice rang out behind Xia Xi.

So fast!

Xia Xi became alert.

It was then discovered that the game interface had not entered battle mode.

Oh.

They are not hostile; they are allies.

Xia Xi relaxed.

"My name is Jiuche Xiaxi, and I am a disciple of Fengjian..."

Turn around.

A red monster with a huge nose and a covered head appeared in front of him.

Xia Xi: Huh? Σ(°Д°;)

"monster?"

Urokodaki Sakonji tapped his mask with amusement: "It's a tengu."

Xia Xi looked up.

【Utakatsu Sakonji】

[Ability Level: 274 (Constitution: 105 Skill: 129 Mental Strength: 40)]

[Water Breathing LV.6]

Its attributes are nearly 100 higher than those of the cheaper master.

Much better...

Could this old man have been a water column before?

Urokodaki looked at the boy in front of him and frowned slightly.

He seemed to be...distracted?

"child."

He patted the other person on the shoulder, and only then did the other person come to their senses.

He accepted the letter of recommendation from the other party.