Demon Slayer: I am a Demon

Chapter 103 The Lustful Ghost (2/4)

"I'm gone."

When Mi Douzi had almost finished eating, Su Mu stood up. Although Mi Douzi was reluctant, she obediently followed behind him. How could she dare to disobey the wishes of a ghost?

Su Mu found the restaurant owner, Imai, and told him that he wanted to take Mizuko away.

"Sir, this isn't appropriate. The shop is still busy, and we need Mi Douzi to continue working."

Imai Naoki shook his head.

It's not easy to find a shop assistant as efficient as Mi Douzi. Although Mi Douzi's pretty face sometimes causes a lot of trouble in the shop, it has to be said that her pretty face has also brought a lot of business to the shop.

Recently, there has been more and more discussion about Mizuko in the town. In the past, the most beautiful woman in the town was probably the daughter of the Ono family. Now, everyone who has seen Mizuko thinks that Mizuko is much prettier than that.

Many idle people in the town began to make their own judgments, and there was a growing consensus that Mi Douzi should be named the most beautiful woman in town.

Of course, this is not because Midouzi is only the best-looking girl in town, but rather because the evaluation is currently only within the town.

Some people who had been to big cities and famous red-light districts, upon returning and seeing Midouzi, also marveled that her beauty was no less than that of the most beautiful courtesan.

Imai felt that if they continued to keep the Beans here, business would probably be even better.

When Mi Douzi heard the boss say this, she nodded almost frantically. She didn't want to take the ghost to find her brother. Although the ghost said it wouldn't hurt her brother, who knew if the ghost was telling the truth?

"I see!"

Su Mu looked at Imai, then laughed and said, "Then Mizuko won't do it."

Mi Douzi, standing next to her, immediately widened her eyes. This was a job she had finally managed to find. Of course, several other bosses had also wanted her to come and help out, but those people looked at her with a strange expression. She wasn't stupid. Although working at this shop meant enduring the customers' criticisms, the boss was actually quite nice.

"this----"

Imai couldn't help but look at Nezuko, wanting to ask for her opinion, but with the demon right beside her, Nezuko dared not offer any suggestions.

"This—you've only been working for a short time, and you're suddenly quitting? Then I won't pay you this month."

Upon hearing this, Mi Douzi immediately became anxious, as this money was extremely important to the kitchen.

"No, I don't want it."

The words came out of the ghost's mouth almost casually, but Mi Douzi's little hands clenched tightly, her cheeks puffed out, and her heart was practically bleeding.

That----

That's all her money, her money.

This brutal demon, this shameless demon, this despicable—

"I'm gone."

Su Mu took Kanao's hand and walked out of the restaurant. Mizuko didn't dare to stay there. She looked back at the restaurant owner every few steps, wanting to say something, but with the ghost right next to her, she didn't have the courage.

Only after walking out of the store and realizing that all her hard work over the past two weeks had gone down the drain did Mi Douzi feel like her heart was bleeding.

Once they were some distance away and had a better grasp of reality, Midouzi followed behind the ghost with her head almost hanging low.

The ghost didn't seem particularly concerned about going to find her brother right away. Holding another girl's hand, she strolled around the streets, occasionally buying some things.

Then all those things, big and small bags, were handed to her and she carried them all.

"Waaah~"

Almost on the verge of tears, she hurriedly followed the man and the ghost while carrying a large bag of fabric.

After following the ghost for a while, Mizuko learned that the girl next to the ghost was named Kanao Ayumi, a very nice name. Kanao seemed to call the ghost "Uncle," but she couldn't understand why someone would call a ghost "Uncle."

The longer Mizuko wandered the streets, the more she felt that the demon was really considerate to Kanao, just like her brother was to her.

However, things are different for Midouzi now.

The family is now facing financial difficulties, and her brother is shouldering the burden of the family. He can no longer be as caring as before; he's so exhausted when he gets home that he almost collapses into bed. He has no time to look after her. Although she doesn't hold a grudge, it always feels like—

"Take it."

The ghost bought a large bag of things from the pastry shop and handed it directly to her.

Mizuko hurriedly took it, only to find that it was a large bag of konpeito (Japanese candy). The glittering konpeito looked like dazzling little stars, making Mizuko's eyes light up.

When her father was still alive, he would bring her a small bag of these star-shaped konpeito (Japanese candy) every time he came back from selling charcoal in town. But since her father passed away, the family's life has taken a sharp turn for the worse, and she hasn't eaten konpeito in who knows how long.

What's more, it's such a big bag.

Suddenly, she thought of her father. If her father were still alive, the family would be doing very well, and her brother and mother wouldn't have to work so hard. Thinking of this, Ni Douzi felt sad and wanted to cry.

But the ghost could never understand her feelings at that moment. Holding the hand of the girl named Kanao, they walked with great interest to a place where acrobatics were being performed.

Mizuko hurriedly picked up her things and followed behind the demon, watching with longing eyes as the hateful demon seemed to have seen something fun and was clapping excitedly with Kanao beside him. Mizuko suddenly felt very angry, as she had never been this angry with anyone before.

Wasn't she supposed to be looking for her brother? Why is she wandering around the streets now?

You're a ghost, are all ghosts like this?

Also, you're a ghost, why are you buying so much stuff? Your arms are almost sore from carrying all this. And what are you doing buying all this stuff?

After following for only a short while, Midouzi was already full of resentment.

"These candied hawthorns are good, give me a dozen or so."

Su Mu bought a dozen or so candied hawthorn skewers from a passing vendor and then casually handed them to Ni Douzi.

She's been receiving things from the ghost all along the way, and by now, Ni Douzi is almost too tired to carry anymore. And now, this wretched ghost is even buying candied hawthorns for children for her to take.

This—this was absolutely intentional.

But facing the ghost, he dared not resist and practically puffed out his cheeks to accept it. Because he had too many things on him, he swayed as he followed behind the human and the ghost.

Watching the human and the ghost holding hands ahead, happily strolling around with bags and bags of sweet beans, I almost gritted my teeth in frustration.

"Sir——————————"

Seeing the ghost enter another shop, seemingly about to buy something, Nidouzi finally couldn't resist anymore.

"What's wrong?"

Su Mu, who was holding Kanao's hand, turned around and looked at Mizuko with a puzzled expression.

Stared at by the ghost, Midouzi suddenly became a little timid. Seeing that the ghost was about to turn around, she finally mustered up her courage and whispered, "M--Master--Master, could you please put these things somewhere else?"

"Why put it somewhere else?"

Su Mu looked at Ni Douzi with a puzzled expression.

"Didn't the master say that I should take you to see your brother?"

"right."

"Those things—"

She really could barely lift it anymore.

"Since it's your first time visiting, you should naturally bring some gifts."

Su Mu said it casually.

"Where are you going, sir? Why are you carrying so much stuff?"

"Nian Douzi asked in a low voice."

"Your home."

Based on his previous encounter with the kitchen sunflower, Su Mu bought a woman's dress.

"My home."

Midouzi was confused again. After a while, she realized that the things the ghost bought were all for her own family.

I suddenly felt a little lost.

How come this is my house?

"I'm gone."

After buying the clothes, Su Mu called out to Ni Douzi and asked her for directions.

Mizuko was carrying a large bag of things, but her mood was completely different. The things that were originally very heavy suddenly felt light, and she couldn't help but laugh out loud when she felt the large bag of konpeito in her hand.

She would definitely feel embarrassed if someone else brought her so many things.

But this is a ghost, oh, a nasty ghost! It would be wonderful to be able to kill a ghost. After all, this ghost is so nasty, it deserves a good beating.

Almost immediately, I puffed out my cheeks, feeling incredibly relieved.

But immediately, Midouzi felt something was strange. Why would a ghost bring a gift when it comes to someone's door?

Why would a ghost come to your door with gifts?

Unable to resist peeking at the demon, who seemed oblivious, engrossed in conversation with Kanao beside her. Unable to contain her curiosity, Mizuko whispered, "Master, why are you buying so much stuff?"

Su Mu didn't say anything, but just glanced at Ni Douzi and then told her to continue leading the way.

Ni Douzi was stunned for a moment.

The ghost only glanced at her, leaving her somewhat confused.

Why are you looking at me?

But immediately, Midouzi almost jumped up.

This ghost—

This ghost—he's been lustful.

This is a lecherous ghost.

Instantly, the girl's face turned rosy.

What should I do?

What should I do?