When Nakime heard Doma's request, she actually paused to consider it.
She couldn't assist Young Master Ryuya in battle.
But Doma could.
Though she disliked his personality, his strength was unquestionable.
With both Doma and Akaza present, even if all the Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps arrived, Young Master Ryuya should not face mortal danger.
After a moment's thought, Nakime plucked a string.
Doma vanished—sent to the martial arts dojo.
"Young Miss Nakime, I won't go either. Please send me back to my Teapot Mansion."
Gyokko chuckled to himself.
Nakime silently complained inwardly.
Even if you went, what difference would it make?
Still, she plucked another string and teleported Gyokko away.
The Ubuyashiki Estate – Emergency Hashira Meeting
At the residence of Kagaya Ubuyashiki, the Master of the Demon Slayer Corps, the Hashira had already gathered under the cold, starlit sky.
The courtyard was quiet—but heavy with tension.
Sanemi Shinazugawa, the Wind Hashira, stood rigid. Veins bulged across his forehead, and the hand gripping his sword trembled uncontrollably.
Damn it.
Even with the Corps' vigilance, the demons had struck first.
He didn't know how Genya was faring.
For the first time, Sanemi understood that suffocating anxiety Ryuya had once felt.
Nearby, Kanae Kochou, the Flower Hashira, looked pale.
Her worst fear had come true.
She had failed to prevent this conflict.
And her sister's whereabouts were unknown.
Guilt pressed heavily on her chest.
"Kidnapping the Wind Hashira's brother? Demons really love despicable tricks. I'll flamboyantly cut off their heads!"
Tengen Uzui, the Sound Hashira, stood tall and confident, morale high.
Gyomei Himejima, the Stone Hashira, clasped his hands together, tears silently flowing as he awaited the Master.
Shinjuro Rengoku, the Flame Hashira, had arrived upon receiving Kagaya's personal letter.
Though once fierce and sharp-eyed, the death of his wife had dulled his gaze. His flame-patterned haori fluttered lightly in the night breeze as he took a quiet sip from his sake flask.
Giyu Tomioka, the Water Hashira, stood apart. His sapphire eyes were calm and unreadable.
Special Advisor Sabito waited silently, eyes closed.
Meanwhile, Jigoro Kuwajima, former Sound Hashira, now retired after losing a leg, had returned for this critical moment.
But another matter troubled him deeply.
Just yesterday, Obanai Iguro had accused his apprentice, Kaigaku, of cowardice and betrayal.
He claimed Kaigaku had encountered a Moon Demon and attempted to become a demon to survive.
Kaigaku had denied it, insisting Obanai bore a grudge.
The accusation had caused chaos.
Jigoro suspected something else entirely—after all, Obanai carried a snake that had turned into a demon.
He feared his gifted student was being framed.
Lost in their own thoughts, the Hashira waited.
At last, Kagaya Ubuyashiki stepped into the courtyard.
"Master!"
The Hashira bowed in unison.
"To all the Hashira of the Demon Slayer Corps, thank you for coming on such short notice."
Kagaya smiled gently before continuing.
"According to reports from Urokodaki Sakonji's crows, three demons are guarding Shinazugawa Genya. There are no hidden ambushes—they are openly waiting."
He explained that Urokodaki had been sent ahead to confirm the situation.
"Only three demons?" Sanemi demanded, a spark of hope igniting in his voice.
Tengen smirked confidently. "Then let's flamboyantly sever their heads and host a victory banquet!"
Giyu remained silent.
Sabito frowned slightly but said nothing.
"Master, when do we depart?" Shinjuro asked.
With so many Hashira gathered, three demons should not be insurmountable.
But Kuwajima's sharp eyes narrowed.
"Master… your complexion suggests this is not so simple."
Kagaya nodded.
"Indeed. It is not optimistic."
Sabito finally asked, "Who are these three demons?"
Kagaya's expression turned solemn.
"Upper Rank Four—Ryuya, the Moon Demon who uses Breathing Techniques.
Upper Rank Three—identity unknown; we possess no intelligence.
Upper Rank Two—Doma, who severely injured Kanae previously."
Silence fell like a weight.
All Upper Ranks.
And not the lowest among them.
Upper Rank Two, Three, and Four were present.
The confidence that had filled the courtyard moments earlier dissipated instantly.
Kanae lowered her head, biting her lip.
She knew how dangerous this mission was.
But Genya was Sanemi's brother.
And Ryuya's actions were a direct provocation.
The Demon Slayer Corps could not back down.
Still—
She wished there were another path.
If only Ryuya could be persuaded…
But reality was cruel.
She stood on the opposite side.
She had once considered leaving the Corps to stand beside him and change him with sincerity.
But she had too many ties.
The Corps.
The Butterfly Mansion.
Her sister.
She could not abandon them.
"Are you afraid?"
Kagaya's gentle voice cut through the silence.
"The members of the Demon Slayer Corps face death without fear. Even if the enemy is powerful, we must not shrink back. If we falter, our honor is lost."
His tone strengthened.
"I believe we will not die there. We will return victorious. We will slay the demons and reclaim the dignity of the Demon Slayer Corps. That is the purpose of the Hashira!"
The fire reignited in their hearts.
"We are willing to stake our lives for the Demon Slayer Corps!"
Their voices thundered in unison.
"Good!"
Kagaya began issuing orders.
"Jigoro Kuwajima!"
"Here, Master!"
"Giyu Tomioka!"
"At your command."
"Shinjuro Rengoku!"
"Awaiting your orders!"
"Kanae Kochou!"
"At your command."
"Gyomei Himejima!"
"I am here, Master."
"Sanemi Shinazugawa!"
"Awaiting orders!"
"Tengen Uzui!"
"I'll flamboyantly sever their heads!"
"Sabito!"
"Ready, Master."
Kagaya's eyes sharpened.
"All units deploy! Objective: rescue Shinazugawa Genya—and slay the Upper Rank Demons!"
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