Demon Slayer: The Journey That Began When I Became Yoriichi's Sister

While Shinobu Kocho was feeling lost due to her personality issues, the three little ones next door were fast asleep.

Despite having extra rooms available, the three of them squeezed together very closely.

Inosuke rolled around on the bed twice, finally moving to the side and sticking his foot over Tanjiro's face before stopping.

Zenitsu, meanwhile, frowned slightly, smacked his lips, and ate salted fish in his dream.

Nezuko was also sleeping peacefully in the corner.

Tanjiro, sandwiched between Zenitsu and Inosuke, had a furrowed brow and an unnatural expression on his face.

……

A simple kitchen appeared before him, and Tanjiro, as if possessed, poured the boiled tea into the teaware and placed it on a plate.

I seem to have had this dream several times already.

But unexpectedly, this dream was exceptionally clear; Tanjiro could even feel his own conscious will.

It was just like being pulled into a dream by Nightmare on the Infinite Train; everything was so clear it felt like it was actually happening.

There's nothing I can do except control this body.

The body's owner looked out the window, where a waning sunset hung in the sky, turning the air a deep orange-red.

I glanced at it from afar, and my body moved uncontrollably, so I picked up the plate and walked outside.

Upon entering the corridor, a red figure sitting in front of the main house came into view in the distance.

He had seen this person in his previous dreams as well.

But his memory was not clear; he would wake up naturally every time he got close enough to see the face clearly.

This time seems different.

The body, carrying a plate, walked towards the figure.

As he got closer, Tanjiro finally saw the figure he hadn't been able to see clearly in his previous dream.

What Tanjiro noticed first was the sun-patterned earring hanging by her ear.

Yuko-chan... no...

Although she was sitting, she was noticeably taller than Ms. Yuko.

Compared to Miss Yuko, the broad-shouldered figure in front of them seemed more like the Upper Moon One who had brutally defeated them during the Yuko arc.

The next moment, Tanjiro's gaze fell upon the Nichirin Blade placed beside him.

It's the Nichirin Blade of the Initial Breathing Swordsman...

He has now inherited it from Miss Yuko.

Tanjiro suddenly remembered what Ikuko had told him about her brother.

The creator who initiated breathing is said to have had friendly exchanges with his ancestors.

If I remember correctly, the name should be...

Before Tanjiro could even think of the person's name, his body opened his mouth uncontrollably.

"Mr. Yunyi."

Tanjiro's heart stirred slightly. Mr. Yoriichi, a name that Ms. Yuuko had mentioned before.

The swordsman who began to breathe... Yuko's older brother...

What exactly is he doing?

"Tea, please."

"Ah, thanks, Tanji." The red figure turned around, a faint smile on his face.

It's not that monster; it doesn't have markings on its neck.

However, their faces look exactly the same. If there are some differences between Miss Yuko and Mr. Yoriichi, then the only difference between this face and that monster is the markings.

but……

Tanji?

Is this his ancestor's name?

Tanjiro was somewhat dazed; had he dreamt of his ancestor's memories?

Or perhaps I heard the story from Miss Yuko, which is why I dreamt about such things.

Before Tanjiro could think it through, Tanjiro took a cup of tea and went inside.

"Miss Yuko, please have some hot tea."

Before seeing anyone, Tanji had already spoken.

Tanjiro was stunned again. Just around the corner from the entrance, a figure was leaning against the wall.

Tanjiro followed his ancestor's memories and saw the figure's face clearly.

It's Miss Yuko...

but……

She looks so weak and uncomfortable...

The young lady in front of me looked weak, which was unusual for her. When she heard Tanji's voice, she turned her gaze towards him, and her pale lips parted slightly.

"sorry to bother you."

Tanji's voice was full of energy: "What are you saying? You two are our benefactors, it's only right that we do this little thing."

"You're too serious, Tanjiro... There's no need to be so polite between friends." Ikuko looked weak but managed a smile, which made Tanjiro feel a little uncomfortable.

He suddenly remembered what the evil spirit who looked like Miss Yuko had said when he was in Youguo.

'You were dying; this was the only way to save you.'

'I deserved to die.'

I see……

That's why Ms. Yuko had that expression at the time.

"Friends?" Tanji's lips unconsciously curved into a slight smile.

Yuko took the tea from Tanji, blew on it to cool it down, and took a small sip.

"Cough cough..."

She started coughing violently, which terrified Tanjiro and Tanjiro.

"Are you alright, Miss Yuko?" The question seemed to come from both her soul and body in unison.

Unfortunately, others cannot hear it.

Yuko grunted, suppressing a cough, and waved at Tanjiro.

Tanji looked at her with some concern: "If you're not feeling well, go and rest in the inner room."

Yu Zi forced a smile: "...It's okay, I'll be fine after a while."

She is completely different from the current Ms. Yuko.

So gentle...

Although the current Yuko is a cold-faced but warm-hearted person, the one in the dream is excessively gentle...

Even if they are not feeling well, they will endure their discomfort to comfort others and express their feelings.

No... nothing has changed...

This tenderness.

But it's Mr. Yoriichi outside...

Tanji was facing Yuko and could see that Mr. Yoriichi in the corridor did not react at all after hearing Ms. Yuko cough; he was just silently drinking his tea.

Is it because they don't get along well?

Probably not?

He could understand the Shinazugawa brothers, but Miss Yuko didn't seem to be the type who couldn't handle interpersonal relationships.

It's so uncomfortable.

Tanjiro really wanted to ask Yoriichi a question, but he couldn't control himself at all. He was just a passerby and could only watch what was happening in front of him.

All of the body's actions are controlled by this person named Tanji.

Tanjiro wanted to learn more about them, but then he heard a noisy commotion around him, and his consciousness left Tanjiro's body and gradually ascended.

My vision blurred, and then darkness fell.

"You damn Inosuke! You actually stuck your foot in my face! You should commit seppuku to atone for your sins!"

Tanjiro frowned and opened his eyes as he heard Zenitsu's angry voice.

ceiling……

On the other side, Inosuke replied with dissatisfaction, "Huh? Why should I apologize to you? You were the one who brought your face over."

Zenitsu's eyes widened: "What?! How could you say something like that?"

Left channel, right channel, enjoy the dual experience.

Zenitsu, seeing that Tanjiro was awake, shook him and asked, "Tanjiro! Tell me, whose fault is this?"

Tanjiro stared blankly at the ceiling, even though he wanted to dream a little longer...