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

The three quickly descended into chaos, their figures flashing across the open space.

Tanjiro's lips twitched violently twice, but things still ended up like this.

At least the doll was saved.

That person really knows how to talk infuriatingly.

Although the markings cannot manifest at any time, Zenitsu and Inosuke's training during this period has not been in vain.

Even so, despite the two's strong attacks, Tokito Muichiro, who was younger than them, did not fall into a disadvantageous position. On the contrary, he seemed to be suppressing the two.

Tanjiro felt beads of cold sweat trickle down his forehead and couldn't help but exclaim, "So strong..."

"She's only fourteen years old..."

Yuko didn't feel much, mainly because she had already met all the most talented people.

In reality, Muichiro Tokito's physical attributes and combat abilities are only considered to be below average among the Pillars.

After all, he's only fourteen years old and hasn't fully grown up yet.

If we wait a few more years, this child should become even stronger. While he might not surpass that physical monster, the Rock Pillar, he could very well be 'second only' to it.

The genes inherited from the nation are truly remarkable.

Yuko couldn't help but sigh.

As Tanjiro finished speaking, the sound of birds flapping their wings rang out behind them, followed by a melodious loli voice.

"Of course!!"

"That child is a descendant of a user of the Breath of the Sun!"

The sudden sound made everyone turn around to look.

It was a raven with long, thin eyelashes, giving off a strangely alluring vibe. It stood proudly at the feet of the crowd.

"That child is a genius!!"

"We're not on the same level as you!"

Wow, that's so cool.

Exactly the same as that brat.

Yuko was speechless.

The others weren't focused on this; Tanjiro looked at Ikuko with a shocked expression: "Eh?? Tokito-kun is a descendant of Yoriichi-sensei?"

Even Shinobu Kocho looked at Ikuko with great curiosity.

Speaking of which, Tokito is indeed known as a descendant of the original Breathing technique, and it seems that it was Amane-sama who personally invited him to join the Demon Slayer Corps.

She forgot to tell Yuko about this.

Before Yuuko could explain, Tanjiro bluntly said, "But it doesn't seem like he's using Sun Breathing?"

Is it because the transmission of Sun Breathing has been interrupted and it is no longer possible to learn it?

If I teach him Sun Breathing, could it help...?

"Shut up! Or I'll peck your eyes out!!" Tokito's Kasugai crow swooped down on Tanjiro's face and bit his cheek.

“It hurts, it hurts!!”

Yuko's voice rang out, "No, that child is not Yoriichi's descendant."

"Huh?" Tanjiro looked surprised.

Shinobu's eyes narrowed slightly. Ikuko had said that Yoriichi had no descendants. Could it be...?

"He is... a descendant of Yan Sheng."

Tanjiro was startled, and the image of that monster instantly flashed into his mind.

Just recalling it made Tanjiro feel breathless, as the oppressive feeling that existed in his memory made him feel suffocated.

Unlike Ms. Yuko and Mr. Yoriichi, that monster... just by standing there, could make people feel a sense of powerlessness from the bottom of their hearts.

A flicker of recollection crossed Yuko's eyes as she explained, "Back then, Kokusatsu abandoned his wife and children to join the Demon Slayer Corps in order to catch up with Yoriichi..."

Shinobu Kocho's expression shifted slightly. It was self-evident what would happen to a samurai family without its head.

"Later, when Yoriichi and I returned to our hometown, the country had completely fallen into ruin. To escape the chaos, my sister-in-law took her child and hid in the deep mountains to make a living by logging. She changed her name to Tokito."

When Yan Sheng abandoned his wife, she knew the consequences.

But she was powerless at the time, and for her own sake, she ignored what Yan Sheng had done.

"I see..." Tanjiro and Shinobu both looked as if they had just realized something.

Having only half-understood what they were saying, Kasugai Ginko glared at the crowd in fury: "What nonsense are you spouting?!"

Yuko said calmly, "What I mean is that Tokito is not a descendant of the Breath of the Sun."

Yinzi pounced twice, furious: "Huh? You mean the lord would make a mistake?! That child was personally invited by Lord Tianyin! A descendant of the Primal Breathing Swordsman!"

Yuko patiently explained, "Neither of them are wrong. The Moon Breathing used by Iwakatsu is also known as the Beginning Breathing."

"That child is the elder brother of the Sun Breathing swordsman and a descendant of the Moon Breathing swordsman."

Although it was developed independently based on Yoriichi's experience, Ikuko felt that it deserved to be called the Beginning Breath.

It far surpasses the other five basic breathing techniques of the time, especially after Iwakatsu's later development. It can no longer be described as a simple sword technique; "blood demon art" is more appropriate.

"What nonsense!" Silver flapped its wings, looking utterly disdainful. "How old are you? Do you think you know more about the Primal Breathing Swordsmen than our Lord?"

"..."

“The Sun Breathing Swordsman.” Yuko pointed expressionlessly at the doll, then at herself, “The Sun Breathing Swordsman’s sister.”

"Wow!! Exactly the same!" Ginko's little head darted back and forth between the doll and Yuko's face. "Stop talking nonsense! That's a samurai from the Warring States period!"

"Because I'm a ghost, I'm better able to live."

Yinzi said with an arrogant look, "Huh? Do you think I'm an idiot?"

"It's daytime now!"

Yuko suddenly squatted down and stretched out her hand.

Silver tilted its head and wobbled into the palm of the hand, "Even if you want to apologize now, I won't forgive you..."

Veins appeared on Yuko's face, and her hair gradually turned white.

"A ghost!!!" Ginko's pupils dilated in shock, and she exhaled a breath of white air before promptly fainting, collapsing into Yuko's palm with a thud.

Yuko maintained a nonchalant and restrained demeanor.

Shinobu Kocho smiled broadly: "Really..."

Just like a child.

"Ah!!!" Upon seeing this, the boy named Xiao Tie fell to the ground, kicking his legs backward in fear.

Yuko: Oh no, I forgot there were kids here.

Tanjiro quickly stepped forward to comfort her: "Don't worry, Miss Yuuko is a good person."

"But……"

They tried their best to comfort them.

On the other side of the battlefield, the situation gradually became tense, and Tokito Muichiro frowned slightly.

Is it an illusion?

These two guys seem to be catching up in speed and strength.

Ok?

What are the freckles on your face?

In a fleeting moment as they turned around, Tokito Muichiro noticed the markings appearing on their cheeks.

It's not an illusion.

Both speed and power have increased.

Tokito Muichiro couldn't help but suppress his weariness and his gaze became more focused.

……

Is this guy a monster?

Across from him, Zenitsu was full of complaints.

What's wrong with this kid?

It's absurd that he and Inosuke together couldn't beat them.