HASHIRA MEETING Location the Demon Slayer-verse, Japan; Corp Headquarters: Ubuyashiki Mansion
In that beautiful Japanese mansion. The Hashira Giyu, Mitsuri, Sanemi, Gyomei, Tengen, Iguro, Muichiro, Rengoku, and Shinobu. They immediately kneel, before the two young children of the master. Kiriya and Kanata. Coming from inside the mansion, a beautiful woman. With white hair, styled down and swept to both the left and right at the front and in a short ponytail in the back. Wearing salmon-colored kimono. With an ombre to orange at the top with flower patterns with a dark-indigo haori with numerous blue butterfly-patterns. She also wore a brown with a paler shade striped-obi with an orange obiage supporting it. This is the young madam, Lady Amane Ubuyashiki. Helping her beloved husband towards the porch. Standing before the Hashira. Holding a man, his name is Kagaya Ubuyashiki. Aman of frail physicality, average stature, and very pale skin complexion. He had shoulder-length black hair that was parted in the middle. Due to his family curse, Kagaya looked as if he was withering away. Large portions of his skin appearing with a sickly, shriveled pink hue that began from the left side of his forehead and gradually spread across his body. Additionally, the curse caused him to go blind. Wearing a black yukata, with a white undershirt and tied with a weaved brown obi. Atop this, he wore a white kimono with a flame-like pattern appearing from the bottom and colored with a blend of light-purple and orange. The couple's children, respectfully stepped back. Standing next to their mother and father. As Kagaya is smiling down at the Hashira...as they're much as his children, as his birthed ones. Even if he can't see them, he can still feel them. Greeting them. As Gyomei spoke for the Hashira. Saying, "Ahh young master is good to hear you in great spirits." Making Kagaya chuckled, as Amane held him close. Amane spoke next, "Let's begin this meeting. I believe that you'll been informed?" All the hashira, nodded to them. As Iguro, being always cold and direct spoke his mind. That he finds the whole situation, both bothersome and weird. Up still now. Their enemy, has never shown mercy to any human. Plus it's clear these demons, are strange themselves. He spoke up, "A demoness with honor. Dedicated more to the way of the sword, than devouring humans. It's...incomprehensible to me, master." They'd all understood Iguro. As Giyu talked, voicing his opinion. Something incredibly rare for the Water Hashira. Saying that these demons, might be Upper Moons. Kagaya thanked Giyu for his input, but that shouldn't be the case. Only six demons at the time, can be Upper or Lower Moons. From how brazen and confident these demons are, as they appeared right next to one of the most watched over cities in Japan. Plus from the abilities described...they possess other abilities than Blood Demon Arts. Then Mitsuri, unconsciously talking out loud, "Boy almost sound, like they're demons of Muzan's time." Everyone turned towards the Love Hashira. Mitsuri, realized that everyone is staring and she blushes. As she never had such form of attention. Making her both nervous and excited in the same time. After a bit of silence. It was Sanemi that talked, breaking said quiet. He said, "I can hardly believe it... Braids and love freak here...said something like that." Iguro glared at Sanemi. He would have said something, the Serpent Hashira wanted to have some composure in front of master, and madam. But Lady Amane spoke, as a small amount of sweat dripped down her face. She said, "Mitsuri...what you said, might be true...but also shows another level of concern." Lady Amane, looked at the sky. Clear discomfort in her face, and she wasn't the only one. Her husband. Her children and the hashira, all have a look of discomfort. As she continued speaking, "Demons that might be from Kabutsuchi's era. Or worse equals to him. That bring so many questions, and many more frightful realizations." At this moment, even Mitsuri understood. And also showed, great discomfort and nervousness. Other demons at the level of Muzan Kabutsuchi... No one could believe...or want to. Master Kagaya, took a deep breathe. Calming himself. Requesting them all to rest, taking a pause of this meeting. Reconvening at another day, but he ordered everyone to be on guard of this demon Setsuna. Along with the other with her. Last thing the Corp needs a civil war, between demon lords and those that follow them. He also requested that this information is only shared, amongst the stronger and higher ranking Corp members. The Hashira bowed to him and swear to do, just he order. As this meeting has come to a end...for now.
PREPARING FOR THE UPCOMING ARCS Location Tokyo; Western Outer Edge of the Capital, Bael Residence, Krichevskoy Mansion
Laharl along with Sona, Ranma, Gyutaro...and Ranma. They were together in the living room. As the other were either enjoying themselves around the mansion, or in the capital. And as much as Rias wanted to be in the capital again. With everyone, enjoying this vacation. Even she knows. They have to plan, for what coming. After Rias was caught up, that Daki-chan and Gyutaro-kun. Are both from this world. And learning as much as she could, from Demon Slayer. In the little time, she was able in the theater room. It was clear. Aside from maybe Muzan, Kokushibo, and some of the Hashira. They have nothing to worry, but it was best not to take, unnecessary and careless risks. So the conversation started. Laharl immediately clarified that their in Gyutaro's demon slayer-verse. Meaning that Muzan if he'd curious on why he can't sense, or find his Upper Six. Since Muzan can see, hear, and scan through his demons. That must be either driving him crazy with anger, or he doesn't care. As the perfect example of this happening before, Tamayo, which lead to Muzan downfall ultimately. Tamayo along with other characters, had sacrifice themselves to be the wannabe Michael Jackson. When Daki and Gyutaro saw Muzan's end. They laughed and said "good riddance." Aside that shared thought, for the end of the main villain of that series. Issei, did commented that aside being evil... Muzan doesn't have a big, impactful backstory then the rest of the Demon Slayer characters. Something that has surprised the rest of devils, as Issei had a point. Muzan just a pure evil character. And that's it. Aside not wanting to die, from illness, his main focus is just being a ruthless, evil, overpowered character. That needed three different things to take him down. But returning to main point.
Laharl told the group. That their near the Spider Mountain Arc is about begin. The first real encounter with a strong villain, as the whole arc is to show the main cast. Being Tajiro, Inosuke, Zenitsu, and Nezuko need to grow stronger. As well as showing off Hinogami Kuguya or Sun Breathing to everyone. During that event. Gyutaro wants to save the Spider Mother from her fate. Honestly take on Rui. While like many Demon Slayer characters, he does have a tragic backstory. He is still a threat to everyone on heroes. Even if Giyu took him down in one move. Plus this allow Gyutaro entertain himself, as Rias teased him. Saying, "My, my Gyutaro-kun. I didn't picture you, being attracted to the motherly type." While this did made, Ranma, Sona, and Laharl laugh. They knew Gyutaro real type, this was just another way for the sickle-devil to express kindness. As they laughed, Gyutaro growled, barking at everyone to "shut it!!" After they've calmed down. They went back to discussing what happens, after the Spider Mountain. Of course the slayers, will be in higher alert with Gyutaro actions. And most likely having to scrap with some of the cast. Which Gyutaro mentioned it be easy. As he is immune to wisteria, his regeneration has strengthened to whole another level, and his aura will protect him from any attacks. They agreed. Giyu, Shinobu, and Kanao are no match for Gyutaro. And he'd promised not kill them. That solves that issue. After that they can rest a bit, as it'll take some time, before the Mugen Train Arc. There the target is saving Rengoku. As a real G, died that day. Ranma took charge of that, not only would Asia help with fully healing Rengoku. He can even take on Akuza. Gyutaro laughed. Mentioning of all the Upper Moons, he and Lord Kokushibo were the only ones that were...passable. And he could stand being around. Also he'd love to see a hand to hand fight, between Akuza and Ranma. Laharl agreed. They can make a sun blocking barrier, keeping Akuza there. So he and Ranma can battle. As they enjoy a good show. Ranma was getting pumped, as this was also opportunity to possibly recruit Rengoku. A utterly motivating guy, living to his name of a blazing character. Something all of them agreed on. Obviously the Japan-phile, and Otaku. After watching that Arc, and what kind of man Rengoku is. She was also desperate to save him. Then came the big rematch, calling out Tengen. Mentioning the Sound Hashira, made Gyutaro excited. Since he and Daki aren't manipulated or forced by demon habits. The Entertainment District won't happen at all, but they can just make it a fight. After that they can do whatever they want. Utterly destroying the main plot completely. Even if they already, plan to change, as much of the plot as they want. With that they agree everything planned. Finishing their planning, they decided to stop talking about the upcoming arcs, and went to do something else.
RANDOM TIME PASSING A couple days later. Laharl was playing some boardgames. Yes actually boardgames. At the backyard. With Asia, Weiss, Issei, Ren, and Nora. Wanting to give Asia some more good experiences. Right now it was instance Uno match. Weiss grumble as Issei just made her, draw four. Putting her hand in thirteen cards, this made everyone laugh. As they kept playing. At the pool, it was Gwen, Zombina, Daki, Morrigan, Melanie, Tsubasa, and Rias. Enjoying the sunshine or cool waters. As Ren was drawing cards, cause he didn't have any yellows. Issei looked at Laharl, and asked "where everyone else was?" Laharl answered. Telling Issei that Ranma, Rumi, Setsuna, Yang, Nora, Kyoko, Caulifla, Ruby, and Reya were in the gym. Working out and sparing. Gyutaro was actually taking a nap, Laharl used his scarf to point at the roof. Making everyone look at the direction, he was pointing. Seeing a leg dangling from the edge, the familiar baggy pants and skintone, telling them immediately who it was. Laharl continued. Saying Albedo, Akeno, Aika, Katase, Kneesocks, Kodachi, Murayama, Kalawarna, and Blake are once again in the capital. Nero, Raven, Tsubaki, Pyrrah, and Mizore said that their going to read some novels. While Cerberus, Ranko, Momo, Koneko, Tomoe, Gasper, and Kiba are in the theater room. Shampoo, Ukyo, Kaori, Ruruko, Miltia, Mitlet, and Towa were in the kitchen. Just as he said that, Laharl he'd heard, Asia say excitedly, "Uno!!" Seems that their dear Asia was enjoying beginner's luck. Not nobody was mad about this. Honestly Laharl suspected that everyone is playing, less aggressive against her. Shrugging. As Laharl played green 6. After a another circle of playing card, Asia played her final card. A green 3, winning the game. Cheering and laughing happily. Exclaiming she wanted to play another round. Everyone accepted. Issei shuffled the deck, and after drawing their cards. And with that another round begun. As Eineus-chibis and prinnies came out the mansion to deliver various drinks to the devils. A great day. Since they didn't need to interfere with the plot at the moment. They could just relax and wait. Since it's most likely about or in the middle of the the Tsuzumi Mansion Arc. So all they can do is wait for Tajiro to kill Kyogai. Get better acquainted with Inosuke. Before the Spider Mountain can officially begin. Just as Weiss played a red skip, and realized to late that she'd didn't say... Ren said, "Uno", ruining Weiss chance to win. Groaning in anger, as Weiss drew two more cards. Making everyone laugh. Seems that round of Uno is gonna be, as entertaining as the first game. After a bit. A prinny requested that everyone to come inside. As dinner is ready. So Laharl and his group put pause on their game, with the girls in the pool, joining them. As it was time to eat.