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

Chapter 343 Don't misunderstand, I just walked up to you casually.

No, saying "keep up" is a bit of a stretch.

If he hadn't anticipated Kokushibo's movement by observing his muscle movements, he probably wouldn't have been able to keep up with his gaze.

Tanjiro felt a chill run down his spine. If his eyes couldn't keep up, what about his body?

Can you keep up?

Are we going to repeat the same mistakes again?

Tanjiro shook his head, gritting his teeth as he stared intently at Kokushibo.

Not every time you're lucky enough to get help from others.

He has to find a way... to fight this guy.

Inosuke was rather dim-witted; he simply swung his Nichirin Blade at Kokushibo without thinking.

"You bastard! If you're so capable, then stop jumping around!" Inosuke yelled, completely unaware of the seriousness of the situation.

Inosuke's swaggering posture left Tanjiro no time to think, because he saw it!

The next moment, Tanjiro appeared beside Inosuke, and a clang of metal clashing rang out, sparks flying.

It blocked...it was blocked.

Tanjiro was sweating profusely, not daring to relax his stance in the slightest. His muscles seemed to be screaming in agony, and this was only after blocking one sword.

This guy... that last strike was aimed at beheading Inosuke, not testing him.

"Damn it!" Realizing that Tanjiro had saved his life, Inosuke angrily swung his sword at Kokushibo, shouting, "How dare you ambush me!"

Tanjiro felt a sudden lightness in his hand as Kokushibo retreated, appearing without warning five meters away from them.

"A sneak attack? Don't misunderstand, I just walked up to you normally and then slashed down." Kokushibo's calm voice rang out.

Inosuke was making a ruckus and tried to rush forward, but Tanjiro quickly stopped him.

That guy was right. He simply walked up to Inosuke and then chopped him down.

but……

too fast.

It was so fast that they couldn't react.

Tanjiro took a deep breath to calm his restless heart.

Don't be nervous, relax, and seize the opportunity. As long as you can see the precursor to that action, you will be able to react.

Suddenly, Kokushibo said, "Can you see it? That world..."

"What?" Tanjiro's pupils widened slightly, not expecting that the opening of his Transparent Domain would be seen through so easily.

"It seems you are indeed very talented. If you are given enough time, you may be able to pass on that breathing technique."

Kokushibo's voice was so deep and heavy that it felt like a boulder was pressing down on Tanjiro's heart.

Do not……

He wasn't afraid of the voice, but of the person.

The image of everyone on the verge of death was still vividly etched into Tanjiro's mind.

He must find a way to overcome his inner fears.

Perhaps the best option is to just go for it like Inosuke, without any hesitation.

Tanjiro tightened his grip on his Nichirin Blade.

“But it’s all in vain…” Kokushibo’s fingers gripped the hilt of his sword. “The Demon Slayer Corps will become history today.”

"You're the one who should become history!" Tanjiro no longer hesitated, exhaling a crimson breathing technique from the corner of his mouth, and in a flash, he rushed towards Kokushibo.

"Ah! Cunning!" Inosuke belatedly realized what was happening, stomped his feet twice, and hurriedly followed.

"An ant trying to shake a tree." Kokushibo's voice rang out calmly. Even though Tanjiro was almost in front of him, he didn't even draw his sword.

There's not even a sign of him drawing his sword, is he not going to make a move?

In Tanjiro's transparent vision, Kokushibo remained as calm as a fisherman, showing no sign of making a move.

Isn't this distance enough to make him wary?

Tanjiro gritted his teeth; the distance was too great for him to stop.

Even if he manages to get away, Inosuke behind him will definitely crash into him.

We cannot let Inosuke face the risks alone.

Right now, the only ones who can restrain that monster are him and Inosuke, so he must do everything he can to ensure their safety.

Once we lose a few men, the enemy might break through our defenses in an instant.

No, even now, Tanjiro can't guarantee that he can truly confront the monster in front of him head-on.

The Pillars within the Infinite Castle are now fully assembled; at least we should hold out until reinforcements arrive.

"Breath of the Sun, First Form, Waltz!"

Tanjiro suddenly unleashed a fiery arc-shaped slash forward, attempting to sever Kokushibo's neck in one blow.

Tanjiro wasn't confident enough to think he could behead his opponent with a single strike. As he swung his Nichirin Blade, his gaze remained fixed on Kokushibo.

Even if a being is as strong as a monster, any action it takes will be clearly seen.

Sure enough, just as the scorching flames were about to touch that vulnerable neck, the muscles inside Kokushibo's body contracted.

"...There!" Tanjiro suddenly turned around and slashed at the air to the side.

"Breath of the Sun, Twelfth Form: Flame Dance!"

This is an advancement of the First Form of Waltz, which is an additional slash on top of the Waltz.

He judged that Kokushibo would not fight him head-on because the monster was arrogant and looked down on him from the bottom of his heart, so he left himself the chance to strike a second time.

however……

Kokushibo's figure did not appear there as he had hoped.

Cut empty.

"How is that possible..." Tanjiro's pupils dilated slightly, even though he had clearly seen his actions.

An inexplicable sense of crisis instantly enveloped his entire body. Out of the corner of his eye, a demon blade filled with eyeballs swept towards him, moving so fast that Tanjiro could not dodge.

Fortunately, he wasn't alone.

"what!"

At the critical moment, Inosuke appeared beside him, leaping down and crashing onto the back of Hollow Cry God's sword, causing it to deflect slightly.

Tanjiro narrowly avoided a fatal blow.

"You seem surprised that I saw through your actions." Kokushibo showed no intention of pursuing. Just as Tanjiro understood, this guy was arrogant and conceited.

"Or do you think you can see through my actions?"

Tanjiro gritted his teeth and remained silent; he understood.

Because this guy also possesses the Transparent Domain, the difference in physical attributes became apparent.

When both sides can see through each other's moves, the only decisive factor lies in their respective hard conditions.

Fortunately, Kokushibo doesn't possess those fancy Blood Demon Arts, otherwise he would have been even more troublesome.

"What are you babbling about? Let's go again!" the pig-headed boy said in a wise voice, charging forward again without thinking.

Is this guy's head really okay?

Kokushibo suddenly thought of it.

Forget it.

He needs to deal with them; there's no time to waste here. He needs to find Yuko as soon as possible.

Facing Inosuke who was rushing towards him, Kokushibo slowly raised his Hollow God.

The long sword, which was already ugly and eerie with eyes all over it, now extended horizontally into sections, like tree branches.