"I understand," Tanjiro replied.
Ryuji remained unconcerned; respect was mutual. He wasn't obligated to show respect to those who targeted him.
Kagaya Ubuyashiki, sensing Ryuji's disinterest, didn't press the matter; he could easily read Ryuji's personality through his demeanor.
Kagaya then addressed Sanemi Shinazugawa, "Sanemi, you too, don't bully the younger ones."
Sanemi, kneeling on one knee, responded, "Yes, sir!"
"Ryuji, Tanjiro, your business is concluded. You may retire to rest," Kagaya offered, suggesting they leave.
Shinobu seized the opportunity, "Master, allow Ryuji and Tanjiro to recuperate at my Butterfly Mansion."
She clapped her hands, instructing, "Someone, take them to the Butterfly Mansion!"
Two Hidden members immediately brought a stretcher. Tanjiro was gently laid upon it. They then addressed Ryuji with utmost respect, "Ryuji-sama, please come with us."
Witnessing Ryuji's power and the Master's regard for him, they used an honorific title.
Ryuji had Nezuko return to the box, cradling it as he left the building. He then followed the Hidden members out of the courtyard.
He hadn't wanted to stay anyway, so his departure was swift and decisive.
After Ryuji and Tanjiro left, Kagaya Ubuyashiki began the Hashira meeting.
Guided by the two Hidden members, Ryuji walked through the woods, eventually arriving at a large estate with numerous buildings.
A bamboo fence surrounded the estate, and a torii gate bearing the inscription "Butterfly Mansion" stood at the entrance.
"Is anyone there?"
One Hidden member called out, but after a moment, there was no response.
"Let's go inside," the other suggested.
Ryuji, however, beat them to it, entering the Butterfly Mansion first. The interior was vast, filled with numerous buildings, with butterflies flitting everywhere.
In the courtyard, Ryuji spotted Kanao Tsuyuri standing by the pond, lost in thought.
The Hidden members approached her, intending to speak.
Tanjiro recognized Kanao instantly—the girl he'd met during the Final Selection, the only female participant.
He remembered Ryuji speaking with her then. He was surprised to see her here, wondering about her identity and her presence at the Butterfly Mansion.
One Hidden member bowed before Kanao, asking, "With utmost respect, Miss Kocho. We are here at Lady Butterfly's command. May we enter?"
Kanao remained silent, simply staring at the Hidden member.
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