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"A special guest?" The Pillars exchanged curious glances.
"Let me explain," Kagaya began. "According to Mr. Uchiha's information, Master Tsugikuni Yoriichi left behind the legacy of Sun Breathing."
"So, the special guest is the inheritor of Sun Breathing?" Rengoku asked loudly, his interest piqued.
Kagaya nodded. "Indeed. After leaving the Demon Slayer Corps, Master Tsugikuni Yoriichi entrusted the Sun Breathing techniques to his close friend, a charcoal seller in the mountains named Kamado. The Kamado family passed down Sun Breathing as a sacred Kagura dance dedicated to the Fire God."
"I see!" Kyojuro's booming voice carried joy. "So the Demon Slayer Corps will welcome a swordsman wielding the original Breathing technique!"
"Hmph, a Kagura dance?" Iguro Obanai snorted. "Just lucking into the original Breathing doesn't mean much. Without talent, it's a waste. I won't acknowledge some half-baked inheritor so easily."
Through the records of the Underworld's Jushin God, Kaito had learned about the current Kamado heir, Kamado Tanjuro's strength. He smiled and said, "No need to worry. From what I know, Kamado Tanjuro might be stronger than everyone here."
"What?! Stronger than Gyomei?" Sanemi stood up, incredulous. "Aren't you exaggerating?"
Kaito smiled and stated plainly, "Mr. Kamado Tanjuro has already awakened both the Demon Slayer Mark and the Transparent World."
Sanemi was utterly shocked. "How is that possible?!"
"It's unbelievable, isn't it?" Kaito admitted, equally astonished. "That man has never wielded a sword against demons, only hunted beasts at most. Yet, this frail, sickly charcoal seller achieved the supreme state you all speak of through his family's Fire God Kagura."
"Is this what a true genius is?" Gyomei said, hands clasped in prayer, his blind white eyes fixed on Kaito. "Namu Amida Butsu. Mr. Uchiha, since you say Mr. Kamado Tanjuro has awakened the Mark, how old is he now?"
Kaito replied, "It seems Mr. Himejima has already realized it. Indeed, Mr. Kamado Tanjuro's body is gravely ill."
His gaze turned to the Flower Pillar, Kanae. "So, I've asked Miss Kanae's sister, Miss Shinobu, who is skilled in pharmacology, to make contact with him alongside members of the Kakushi."
"Oh, no wonder Shinobu suddenly left for a mission a few days ago," Kanae said, belatedly realizing.
"I also entrusted this to Shinobu," Kagaya added. "To prevent Muzan from learning that the Sun Breathing legacy still exists and attacking, it's safer to bring the Kamado family to the Demon Slayer Corps."
Kaito nodded. "Additionally, I want to use Mr. Kamado Tanjuro to verify whether my method to mitigate the Mark's drawbacks is effective."
He blinked suddenly, a slow smile spreading. "Oh? What a coincidence. Speaking of which, they've arrived."
Everyone turned toward the entrance.
At that moment, Shinobu stepped into the courtyard.
Caught off guard by the sudden attention, she froze momentarily.
"Welcome back, Shinobu," Kagaya's voice snapped her to attention.
"Lord Ubuyashiki," she said, kneeling on one knee with a serious expression. "Kocho Shinobu reporting. The Kamado family has arrived and is resting at the Butterfly Mansion. However…"
"What's wrong?" Kagaya asked.
Shinobu reported, "Mr. Kamado Tanjuro's condition is extremely dire."
"He's already so ill he can't fight demons, can he?" Iguro remarked.
Shinobu nodded. "His condition prevents him from doing heavy work."
"What a shame!" Kyojuro exclaimed loudly.
Gyomei, tears streaming, chanted, "Namu Amida Butsu!"
"Could even such a severe case be flamboyantly saved by Mr. Uchiha?" Tengen asked, looking at him.
"Your plan to mitigate the Mark's flaws might not work," Sanemi said, pursing his lips.
Giyu remained silent.
Kaito calmly asked, "Miss Shinobu, with your medical expertise, is there truly no way to save him?"
Shinobu's expression dimmed as she recalled her time with the kind, simple Kamado family, especially the adorable young children. She shook her head sadly. "I'm sorry. My skills are lacking. Mr. Kamado Tanjuro's body is in complete decline. I'm powerless."
"I see," Kaito said, nodding as if he had a plan in mind.
"Lord Ubuyashiki, Mr. Uchiha," Shinobu suddenly looked up, advocating for the family. "Since he's the important heir of Sun Breathing, does Mr. Uchiha have a way to save Mr. Kamado Tanjuro? They only made the long journey here seeking medical help."
"Oh, it seems Shinobu has taken a liking to that family. I rarely see you so passionate," Kanae said, smiling at her sister.
"N-No way!" Shinobu blushed, looking away from her sister's gaze.
"Don't worry, Shinobu," Kanae said, patting her head. "Mr. Uchiha was just talking about Mr. Kamado Tanjuro. He'll help treat him."
"R-Really?" Shinobu looked at Kaito, relieved when he nodded in confirmation.
"That's good," she said, then met Kanae's teasing smile again.
She turned away, muttering, "I just couldn't bear the thought of those cute kids losing their father."
"In that case, I'll head to the Butterfly Mansion to see Mr. Kamado Tanjuro," Kaito said, standing. He glanced at the visibly intrigued Pillars. "Since everyone's so interested, come along."
"I'd also like to meet Mr. Kamado Tanjuro," Kagaya said. "Let's go to the Butterfly Mansion together."
"Lord Ubuyashiki, allow me to assist!" Sanemi dashed inside, grabbing the handles of the wheelchair and lifting it, along with Kagaya, into the courtyard, claiming the task of pushing it.
'That guy!' Several annoyed glares fixed on him.
"Let's go!" Sanemi grinned fiercely, pushing the wheelchair toward the estate's gates.