"Because he had to die. That way, no one will interfere with our conversation," Upper Rank Three replied to Kyōjurō Rengoku. Rengoku was sur
"Because he had to die. That way, no one will interfere with our conversation," Upper Rank Three replied to Kyōjurō Rengoku.
Rengoku was surprised. Why would a demon want to talk to him? What could they possibly discuss?
He asked, "Oh? What do you want to talk about? Though we've just met, I already dislike you!"
"Is that so? I hate the weak. Seeing the weak makes me want to kill them, just like that little brat lying there," Upper Rank Three gestured towards the prone Tanjiro with disdain.
"It seems we have nothing to talk about. Our values are diametrically opposed," Rengoku's dislike intensified. He despised the wanton trampling of the weak.
"You're a Hashira, aren't you? I sense the strength in your aura. It's been honed, close to the highest realm, but you haven't stepped into it."
"I have a suggestion that could help you reach that realm. Are you interested?"
Instead of attacking, Upper Rank Three engaged Rengoku in conversation.
"A demon understands the path of cultivation? How laughable!" Rengoku scoffed at the offer of guidance.
Upper Rank Three wasn't angered by the mockery. "Let me tell you why you haven't reached the highest realm."
He pointed at Rengoku. "Because you're human. You age, get sick, and die. Your physical capabilities and potential decline with each passing day. Your human shell limits your growth!"
"Become a demon like me! That way, regardless of time, you can continue to grow stronger!"
Finally, Upper Rank Three revealed his true intentions. He admired Rengoku and wanted to recruit him, making him a fellow demon.
"Don't be ridiculous! The most beautiful thing about life is experiencing the joys and sorrows of the world within a limited time, then departing with those precious memories," Rengoku refused, countering Upper Rank Three's twisted logic.
Becoming a demon for power was a treacherous path.
"Regardless of the reason, I will never become a demon. That's my principle!"
Rengoku firmly rejected the offer.
"Is that so?" Upper Rank Three's eyes narrowed slightly. He assumed a fighting stance, activating his combat-oriented Blood Demon Art.
"Blood Demon Art—Compass Needle!"
Upper Rank Three's Blood Demon Art lacked the flair of Lower Ranks; it was simple, physical combat.
Its simplicity made it effective and brutal.
[Compass Needle]
This is Upper Rank Three's core skill, a state-sensing ability with no offensive capabilities.
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