Infinite: Start as a ghost

Immediately afterwards, the double blades in Yu Sui O Tengen's hand suddenly shattered.

The outcome is decided...

Chapter 45 Tamayo's Research

"I was utterly defeated, hmm." Yu Sui o Tengen was not discouraged; he accepted his defeat wholeheartedly.

This time, Jiang Jiu unleashed all his power except for the markings and the Transparent World; he now has a clearer understanding of his own strength.

The three wives applauded in succession, marveling at the brilliance of the two men's battle.

After giving the wound a quick treatment, Tianyuan asked, "Have you thought of a name for the new breathing technique?"

Jiang Jiu smiled and said, "Emerging from the rock, every move originates from the ground. I call it... the breath of the earth."

"The Breath of the Earth?" Tengen chuckled. "What a magnificent name."

Then, he said seriously to Jiang Jiu, "Based on our exchange just now, I believe you have surpassed Lord Stone Pillar."

"He is the strongest among our nine pillars, that's undisputed."

"However, no matter how strong you are, you can't defeat me without taking any damage like you did."

"Is that so?" Jiang Jiu looked up at the moonlight. The house used for cultivation had been completely destroyed by the two of them.

The rooftop had completely disappeared, so the moon could be seen clearly.

Looking at the moonlight, he felt his own power once again.

Before he mastered the "Breathing of the Earth" technique, he was only at the Pillar level. After mastering it, he had already surpassed that level.

During his fantasy duel with Gyomei, he realized that he might have underestimated the other pillars.

Only now has he fully realized his own strength.

Now he truly deserves the exclamation he made after defeating Shinazugawa Sanemi.

Now, he can truly defeat Himejima O-Gyoumei at the cost of minor injuries.

Of course, this is on the premise that the markings and the transparent world are not activated.

"Yes, your Earth Breathing might have already surpassed the Rock Breathing."

This point is self-evident; after the battle just now, Jiang Jiu deeply agrees.

He was able to create the Breath of the Earth because he had mastered the Breath of the Rock.

Although Gyomei only taught him once, he had already perfected the Rock Breathing technique through meditation.

Without needing to combine it with combat techniques, simply practicing breathing techniques isn't that difficult.

But this was also the first time he had mastered a breathing technique to its fullest extent through his own efforts.

Therefore, he understands Rock Breathing very well.

In fact, there is no distinction between strong and weak in the five breathing techniques; each has its own characteristics.

It was only through sheer power that Himejima O-Gyomei was able to fully unleash the power of Rock Breathing.

No, it should be said that he enhanced the effects of Rock Breathing.

Jiang Jiu understands Rock Breathing in this way. Having mastered six different breathing techniques, he is the most qualified to say which of these techniques is stronger or weaker.

Earth Breathing, although it originated from Rock Breathing and is a tributary of Rock Breathing, surpasses Rock Breathing in level.

To be precise, it should be said that it has surpassed the five basic schools of thought.

However, it's not much stronger, just slightly stronger.

Now that Jiang Jiu has truly mastered the five basic breathing techniques, he can officially begin to deduce the Sun Breathing.

"Thank you for the compliment."

Having achieved his goal, he decided to return home.

After saying goodbye to the four, Jiang Jiu headed towards the Butterfly House.

He didn't have his own ravens, and none of the ravens were willing to be his messenger ravens.

Therefore, he had no choice but to personally deliver the blood of the Phantom to the Butterfly Ninja.

In a few days...

"Oh my god, so fast?" Butterfly exclaimed in surprise, "Mr. Oni's efficiency is really too high."

Jiang Jiu smiled and said, "It was just good luck. This demon was also a former Lower Moon demon. He originally planned to ambush the Sound Pillar and reclaim his position, but I happened to run into him."

Butterfly O chuckled, "Really? This ghost is so pitiful. If it were any other Pillar, it might be in danger, but it insists on going after the Sound Pillar."

“Yes.” Jiang Jiu also found it amusing: “Mr. Sound Pillar is the Pillar with the fastest reaction speed. Even without my help, this demon could not have hurt him in the slightest.”

Butterfly O-nin didn't dwell on the topic for long: "By the way, Mr. Oni, this is the wisteria spray you asked me to make last time."

"Is it finally finished?" Jiang Jiu asked with a smile. "It only took a month to make. Miss Ren is very efficient."

Butterfly O chuckled and said, "The medicine isn't the problem at all; the device is."

“I specially commissioned a craftsman to customize this device because no one had ever thought of making such a device before. This is the finished product that they successfully made after three attempts.”

"Our Demon Slayer Corps has always relied on official and hidden information to find demons, but even so, it is still very difficult. They are really good at hiding."

"Thank you for your idea. My lord is very pleased."

Jiang Jiu smiled and said, "It's nothing, consider it a transaction. I'm also getting stronger step by step with your help."

He then asked, "Ms. Tamayo hasn't moved in?"

Butterfly O chuckled and said, "My lord has already agreed, but Miss Tamayo is currently conducting an important research project and it's inconvenient to interrupt, so she will be coming later."

Jiang Jiu seemed quite interested: "What kind of research?"

Butterfly Shinobu didn't hide anything: "I got her some of the Wind Pillar's blood. Miss Tamayo discovered that it might be possible to use his blood to make some medicine that attracts demons even more than human blood."

Chapter 46 Yaozai is seriously ill

"A potion that attracts ghosts even more than human blood?" Jiang Jiu asked curiously.

“Yes, the idea came from the Lord himself.” Butterfly O said with a suppressed laugh, “He said I specialize in making poisons, and Miss Tamayo specializes in making antidotes.”

"Lord Wind Pillar's blood might be suitable for making both poison and antidote."

"So he gave us some of Lord Wind Pillar's blood and told us to study it separately."

Jiang Jiu asked, "Didn't you do any research?"

"Hmm, it hasn't started yet." Butterfly O chuckled, "Have I been busy with your things lately?"

Jiang Jiu burst into laughter.

"If your research succeeds, what will happen to Shinazugawa? His blood can't be supplied indefinitely, can it?"

Butterfly thought for a moment and said, "You're right. Then I'll give up. As long as we can confirm that there's a ghost, we can lure it out."

"The potent poison used to kill demons does not require Lord Wind Pillar's blood."

Jiang Jiu nodded: "No news about the other shore flower?"

Butterfly forced a wry smile: "How could we possibly have news so quickly?"

Jiang Jiu smiled wryly: "That's true..."

Butterfly O-nin said, "Our lord has already instructed the Hidden Ones to pay special attention to this aspect, but unfortunately, we haven't been able to deploy enough manpower, because we are always short of people."

Jiang Jiu nodded: "Alright, I understand. Then I'll take my leave. I'll come back for tea next time."

Butterfly O chuckled, "Tea made with blood?"

Jiang Jiu laughed heartily, said nothing, and left the Butterfly House.

Kanao secretly watched Jiang Jiu leave.

Butterfly o Ren: "Oh my, it's rare to see our stepson interested in outsiders."

Kanao left without saying a word and went to find a place to brood.

Upon arriving at the Ubuyashiki mansion, Jiang Jiu shouted, "I'm back!"

After a while, Ubuyashiki Hina and Ubuyashiki Hina opened the door.

He was somewhat surprised that it wasn't Ubuyashiki Amane who opened the door, as Amane usually opened the door.

"Where's Yaozai?" Jiang Jiu asked happily, in a good mood.

The two sisters maintained their expressions and mysterious smiles: "Father's condition has worsened, and he is currently resting in bed."

Jiang Jiu frowned, feeling slightly worried.

The expressions on their faces remained unchanged, clearly indicating that they had fully accepted the fate of their family.

So mature for such a young age, it's heartbreaking how sensible she is.

“Take me to see him,” Jiang Jiu said.

"This way, please," said Hikaru Ubuyashiki.

Jiang Jiu stayed at the Ubuyashiki family's house for a long time, almost three months, and her relationship with them should be considered quite familiar.

But apart from Kagaya, the other members of the Ubuyashiki clan treated him no differently than a guest visiting for the first time.

Their etiquette was truly impeccable; even the most discerning person couldn't find a single fault with it.

But the more mature they become, the more heartbroken Jiang Jiu feels.

They led Jiang Jiu to Yao Zai's room, and before they even entered, they could hear Yao Zai's voice coming from inside.

"Is that Mr. Ghost? You've arrived."

It must be said that patients with eye diseases have truly outstanding hearing.

Tianyin opened the door and invited Jiang Jiu in. The two children did not follow her in, but bowed at the door and then turned and left.

I have no idea what they went to do.

Jiang Jiu entered the room: "Yes, I'm back."