Demon Slayer: Muzan, will you dance too?

Only Kaigaku could say such a thing.

An unimaginable sense of oppression washed over me, my breathing became incredibly heavy, fear gripped my heart, and my body trembled uncontrollably.

Extremely selfish people lack the courage to risk everything when faced with the threat of death.

As a demon-slaying swordsman, he did not draw his Nichirin Blade.

To save his own life, he didn't hesitate to betray vital information about the Demon Slayer Corps.

Kaigaku was genuinely terrified—his companion had been killed in the blink of an eye.

Death is meaningless and worthless.

He didn't want to die here. He wanted to become stronger, to make those bastards who looked down on him pay the price, and to gain a higher status.

That's right, I'm talking about Kiyokawa Izumi!

That bastard would rather take in a good-for-nothing as his stepson than take him in.

In what ways is he inferior to Zenitsu?

That good-for-nothing who only knows how to cry and whine, does he even deserve to be compared to him?

Neither Kiyokawa Izumi nor that old man ever paid him any attention.

The Demon Slayer Corps is the same!

Why can't he become the Sound Pillar? Does this kind of organization even deserve his loyalty?

It's ridiculous!

Upon meeting Kokushibo, a bold idea emerged in his mind.

Since the Demon Slayer Corps doesn't value him, and some Pillars don't even bother to look at him properly, why doesn't he become a demon?

Becoming a ghost grants greater power and a longer lifespan.

A flame called ambition burned fiercely in his heart. Looking down at him, Kokushibo felt a little interested.

With such ambition and unwillingness to give up, one should be able to go further, right?

……

When Kiyokawa Izumi appeared, Upper Moon One was bleeding Kaigaku. This swordsman with a high black ponytail had skin as pale as paper.

What is most striking is that it has six eyes on its face, randomly distributed on its forehead, cheeks and chin.

The blood-red color was particularly eerie, and the cold, dignified golden pupils were engraved with the upper arc and the number one, respectively.

This is a symbol of status, and it also signifies absolute power.

He is second only to one demon and above all others. Even Muzan did not treat him as a mere subordinate; their relationship was one of cooperation.

When they met those three pairs of eyes, a heavy sense of suffocation washed over them. Even Kiyokawa Izumi was affected when facing them directly.

Its terrifying, inhuman appearance, combined with the majesty of a warrior, exuded an aura of unparalleled power and dominance.

Upon first glance, Kiyokawa Izumi knew in his heart that this guy's swordsmanship skills had surpassed the limits of human ability.

If converted into a considerable number, it would undoubtedly be a level six existence.

His overly acute senses kept sending him the same message: the demon before him was extremely dangerous!

Dressed in a purple kimono, retaining the attire of a Sengoku period swordsman, it couldn't help but feel a little surprised when it saw Kiyokawa Izumi.

It has been a long time since I have seen such an excellent swordsman.

Unfortunately, as a human being, he faces real limitations.

His swordsmanship has reached its peak.

If one is willing to become a demon, one can spend enough time to step into the next realm.

"Kiyokawa Izumi!!"

A wild and arrogant voice rang out, and Kaigaku, whose skin had turned deathly pale, grew sharp fangs and looked on with a fierce gaze.

Having made his choice, he no longer felt fear when he saw Kiyokawa Izumi again.

In the end, Qingchuan Spring is just an ordinary human being.

With noticeable changes in his body, Kaigaku's ego also became inflated. Perhaps sensing a continuous surge of power within him, he became significantly stronger and even had the confidence to call out Kiyokawa Izumi's name.

So what if I become a demon?

As long as it can become stronger, it can even accept eating people!

To its utter surprise, Kiyokawa Izumi still didn't even glance at him—what a joke! So what if you're a Pillar?

I also know breathing techniques. Even though I've become a ghost, I might not be much worse than you.

To be fair, the immense power that came with becoming a demon also made Kaigaku so arrogant.

It's no longer just about verbally provoking Kiyokawa Izumi.

Kaigaku, who was still preparing to make a move, wanted to ask, "Am I now even worse than that piece of trash?"

If I could kill Kiyokawa Izumi and eat his flesh, would I become stronger?

Once such a thought arises, it instantly takes over the entire brain.

"Thunder Breathing, Fourth Form: Far Thunder!"

A deafening roar, like thunder, resounded, and Kaigaku's body seemed to crackle with dazzling lightning. He moved with lightning speed, arriving before Kiyokawa Izumi.

As a Thunderclap Swordsman, although he couldn't learn the First Form, he had a good grasp of the other techniques.

The Fourth Form he's currently using, a fusion of explosive power and extreme speed, presents a striking sword technique that's extremely close to Pillar level.

It's no wonder he seemed so confident; his physical abilities had been greatly enhanced after his demon transformation, and with his strength significantly increased, he couldn't maintain his composure.

"idiot!"

Kokushibo said calmly, his brows furrowing slightly, as if he regretted his earlier act of dividing the blood.