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

Xia Xi: "No, what's gotten into you all of a sudden?!"

Uzui cheerfully put his arm around his shoulder and said, "I was just praising Butterfly Girl, who is as gorgeous and beautiful as my three wives!"

The air suddenly became quiet for a moment.

“…Three?” Xia Xi slowly turned her head.

“That’s right!” Yu Sui proudly raised his chin. “All three of them are beautiful and powerful, making them the most magnificent combination!”

Kanae peeked out from behind the haori, her blush replaced by curiosity.

"It's just as gorgeous as this young lady's."

He smiled at Xia Xi.

In a sense, the ninjas regained their confidence.

So what if the other party has practiced multiple breathing techniques? Are they as glamorous as my three wives?

The point isn't about Kanae, you fancy guy!

"The point isn't Kanae at all—it's you who just said 'three wives'?"

"You're only seventeen or eighteen, right?! What about your wives? How old are they?"

Brother, you've broken the law, do you know that?

Oh, the historical context is different.

It's probably quite normal for a sixteen or seventeen-year-old girl to get married.

He has three wives.

Is it taking it too seriously to find your true self in a game...?

Sigh, I need to relax.

That bastard has three young and beautiful wives!

Given the quality of the character models in this game...

"Kanae has the looks of a superstar, I really don't know what great thing you did in your past life to be so happy."

Xia Xi felt so envious that tears were about to stream down her face.

Yu Sui laughed triumphantly.

Kanae, on the other hand, pointed at herself with a somewhat bewildered expression.

Hey?

me?

Big star?

Does it refer to a household name actress like Kawakami Tei-nu?

"senior……"

Xia Xi: "Just call me Xia Xi. Senior? I've only been in the team for a few months."

Kanae: "...Huh?"

After a brief preparation, the three led the group out of the dense forest.

Xia Xi helped the Geng-rank swordsman up. Seeing how quickly the group had become acquainted, he couldn't help but think...

I, also a member of the Demon Slayer Corps.

Isn't this a bit redundant?

Geng smiled wryly, "I really envy all the powerful seniors... unlike me, I'm just a Geng-level."

Xia Xi patted his shoulder: "Don't be discouraged, I'm also a Geng-level."

The Geng-rank swordsman remained silent for a moment, his eyes growing even dimmer.

"Ah... Senior, you really know how to talk."

Perhaps it was the long conversation among the group that dispelled the fear in the lumberjacks' hearts.

"Thank you so much for saving me." One of them approached and asked in a low voice, "But... who exactly are you people?"

Kanae answered with a gentle smile.

"We are members of the Demon Slayer Corps, swordsmen who specialize in eliminating evil spirits like today."

The group looked at each other, still completely bewildered.

Most people in this era live their entire lives in one place.

Let alone having extensive knowledge, some of the strange and bizarre tales circulating among the people are not necessarily known to everyone.

Kanae wanted to explain and reassure them.

But then Xia Xi stepped forward, quickly pulled out a small booklet with a dark blue cover, and waved it deftly in front of the lumberjack.

"Tokyo Special Operations Division 9, Demon Slayer Unit, investigating the case."

His tone was calm, yet carried an undeniable weight.

"There's no need to ask about specific details; just cooperate with the work."

You may not have heard of these folk tales.

However, the words "national institution" carry a natural sense of intimidation.

Even a fabricated title is enough to intimidate these simple and honest villagers.

The crowd nodded, seemingly confused but also impressed.

As expected, they said no more, and at most dispersed amidst whispers among themselves.

After she left, Kanae quietly tugged at Xia Xi's sleeve.

His eyes were full of curiosity: "What kind of document is that?"

Tokyo Special Operations Section 9?

Mobile Squad?

Investigating a case?

How come she's never heard of such a structure within the team?

And what about that certificate? I don't have one myself.

Xia Xi lowered her voice: "The central bank's savings account."

I had specifically entrusted a member of the Hidden Clan to handle this at the Kyoto branch.

All his large sums of money are stored in there.

Upon hearing Xia Xi's explanation, Yu Sui Tianyuan burst into laughter: "Hahahaha! What a magnificent and interesting person!"

“Jiu Che, I, Tian Yuan, acknowledge you.”

"You... your strength is no less than mine. Someone like you is destined to rise to the top of the Demon Slayer Corps in a spectacular fashion!"

He patted Xia Xi's shoulder forcefully.

His eyes revealed admiration.

"Let's become Pillars together! When we join forces, even the Upper Moons will be no match for our passionate and magnificent combination!"

Xia Xi: ? ? ?

Has this child's adolescent delusions gotten worse?

He then looked at Kanae Butterfly beside him.

But she was pursing her lips, her shoulders trembling slightly, clearly trying to suppress a laugh.

"Therefore, to celebrate the completion of the mission and the destiny that brought us together at this moment..."

"Gentlemen, let's have a grand and lavish banquet tonight!"

Usui: ╭(●｀??●)╯

Xia Xi, Kanae: (°_°)?

Chapter 43 A lavish banquet

After settling the many survivors in nearby towns, the Hidden Force personnel quickly arrived and completed the handover with the local police station.

This also saved Xia Xi and the other two a lot of follow-up troubles.

By the time they sat down at the familiar "street stall" of Uzui, it was already evening of the next day.

The Geng-rank swordsman, Kojiro, also wanted to attend the "victory celebration," but due to his serious injuries, he was forcibly sent by the Hidden members to the nearby Wisteria House for recuperation.

The headquarters, the Butterfly Mansion, is too far away, so they can only send it to a nearby civilian organization that cooperates with the Demon Slayer Corps.

At this moment, the three of them were on a rooftop located on the edge of the town.

It is quite large, and even late at night it is still brightly lit and full of lively atmosphere.

In Yu Sui's words, this was his home turf.

In the past, after completing missions near Yamanashi, he would often come here to treat himself to a meal if he had some free time.

Now, Xia Xi and Kanae, who had already gained some recognition, were naturally brought along as well.

"The exhaustion after a mission must be soothed with a sumptuous meal!"

He greeted the owner familiarly, and then took the menu and began to draw with his fingers smoothly.

He would occasionally utter a few chuunibyou ninja insights that were hard for others to understand.

It's only because the boss knew him beforehand, otherwise he might have been mistaken for a troublemaking customer.

And that's not all.

He paid no attention to the curious glances from the diners around him, who were drawn to his elaborate clothes and ninja attire.

Instead, she smiled and nodded to several familiar vendors, showing off her new hair accessories and manicure.