ALL NOVEL Chapter 85
The more you breathe, the more you breathe.
Exhale, inhale...
Exhale, inhale...
In the dense forest, Ganlusi Mitsuri held her head with both hands and performed the action meticulously.
"Okay, keep this posture and breathe slower."
Looking at Mitsuri who had opened the stripes due to excessive stimulation, Lin Heng handed over a small pill.
For two years, he has been constantly developing his body and has developed a method to control the opening of the stripes with the help of drugs.
Of course, the premise is that he can extend the life of the stripe swordsman under the age of 25.
"Open the stripes directly, I think you have lived enough, eat this."
"Hold, sorry." Ganlusi Mitsuri took the pill with her head covered, her tone weak.
"I was so emotional at the time that I felt my body was so tense, and then, next..."
Mitsuri, who was covering her head, suddenly had bright eyes and waved her hands back and forth excitedly.
"It's getting exciting! My heart is pounding, my ears are buzzing, and the markings are popping open!"
"Breathe, always pay attention to your breathing!" Lin Heng was shocked.
"Gu. Gu." The owl flew to Mitsuri's shoulder and pecked her gently.
"Sorry, sorry." Mitsuri bowed her head and clasped her hands together, and she would admit her mistakes if she made them.
Looking up at the moon, Lin Heng sighed helplessly.
"It's been too long, Gugu, stay and watch her, and wait until the markings disappear completely before setting off. I'll go ahead."
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Demon Slayer Corps Base.
Rengoku Makijuro looked down from above, sinking like water, his voice cold.
"Tell me, Ubuyashiki, what do you want to do?"
Waving his hand to dissuade the worried pillars around him, Yaoya asked Makijuro who was staring at him.
"Makijuro, do you really believe in the so-called gods in your heart?"
"My ancestor has been sick since childhood. He woke up from the temple dedicated to the king of heaven and saved countless people from the hands of demons. The name of Bishamonten is respected by everyone from the bottom of their hearts."
Yaoya nodded gently.
"That's right, he is hostile to demons. But Muzan has been weak and sick since he was a human."
"Whether it is his appearance, means, or the breath of fire that surpasses his ancestors, they all prove his identity."
"I have never denied this, I just want to ask you if gods really exist?" Yaoya asked softly.
"Xiaozu has killed three upper rank in a row. The Demon Slayer Corps has never had such a feat since its establishment."
"So, who is the one who has been active in the world for hundreds of years?" Yaoya repeated the question again, neither hurried nor slow.
...
After a moment of silence, Makijuro considered his tone.
"Nezuko, and Tamayo you mentioned, they are all rational and normal..."
"Demons." Yaoya said softly.
"See, you already have the answer in your heart."
Sighing, Makijuro did not refute.
"Why let all the pillars gather together, isn't Xiaozu trustworthy?"
"I can't see through him. In order to defeat Muzan, unconventional means are needed, but he is too close to the Demon Slayer Corps."
Yaoya's body slowly fell back to the soft couch.
"The premonition has failed, but as the leader of the Demon Slayer Corps, I need to consider all unfavorable factors. He is Muzan's enemy, but not necessarily our friend."
"The misfortunes of our clan are all due to the same blood as Muzan. Although we don't want to fight against that swordsman, everything depends on his position."
He blew himself up on the spot and ruthlessly exposed the shortcomings of the Ubuyashiki clan. His words were loud and clear.
"There must not be another Muzan."
"Except for certain specific groups of people, his attitude towards humans is not friendly. Perhaps the nature of demons is gradually eroding their personality." Shinobu Kocho sighed softly.
Thinking of that cold human, she shook her head.
"Mr. Rengoku, that gentleman may not be as kind as you think. He was very cruel when he was in Spider Mountain."
"Two years ago, I met him and felt the crisis that time." Tomioka Giyu said.
Obanai was silent for a moment, and some past events floated before her eyes.
"I don't believe in gods."
"I understand everyone's worries, but I believe that Xiaozu is a good person like Nezuko!"
Kyojuro said loudly.
"That's why I came here to witness it with everyone."
The always fierce Shimi felt distressed rarely.
"But ghosts are ghosts. Whoever can judge what will happen next must be trusted."
Bang——!
A violent tremor
Everyone's voices were suppressed, and everyone's eyes were cast towards the tall figure in awe.
The rosary in his hand made a crisp sound, and the silent Beimingyu Xingming clasped his hands together.
"It's not time to be so pessimistic. Stop, the guests have arrived."
Da——
There was a slight sound from the tiles on the roof, and the black cloak fluttered in the wind in the night.
The full moon has arrived, and Lin Heng came as promised in the silver light, landing lightly on the roof.
Ubuyashiki Yoya greeted softly.
"Mr. Rengoku, good evening, the Demon Slayer Corps is waiting for you here."
"Yes."
Lin Heng looked around, his red-gold pupils full of majesty.
"Your welcome is really big."
"Facing a tiger, we naturally have to go all out. It has nothing to do with Miss Tamayo, it's all our own guess."
Yoya's tone was firm.
"You are a demon born other than Muzan, right?"
Lin Heng did not comment.
"So you are worried about me?"
Seeing Lin Heng's attitude of not denying, Makijuro smiled bitterly and put away his Nichirin Sword.
Yaoya shook his head and said.
"I am very happy. Since you chose to come, it means that everything can be discussed. Our common enemy is still Muzan."
Looking at Yaoya who was confident, Lin Heng narrowed his eyes.
He could understand the conflicting feelings of the Demon Slayer Corps at this time.
Muzan is the most vicious boss and they have to fight collectively. Although the big daddy has a high reputation and strong strength, he is tired because everyone is not on the same path.
They are worried that they can't beat Muzan, and they are also worried that Lin Heng will become the next Muzan after winning.
So they have to test their strength first, gather all the pillars to show their martial virtues, and then put forward conditions after controlling the situation.
Understanding is understanding, but why should we follow his ideas?
Demon Slayer has been around for so many years, Lin Heng has played so many people, and the setting has been stable for so long, is it all a decoration?
From the beginning, Lin Heng had no intention of joining this team, but to be the boss.
"So, what qualifications do you have to negotiate with me?"
(The master was ptsd because of the dark history of the Ubuyashiki clan, and the same is true for the Snake Pillar. I feel numb after the exam, I have to update later tomorrow, it's really hard to adjust my work and rest schedule and punch in for full attendance...)