Rengoku, remembering Ryuji's earlier confrontation with Kokushibo's attack, assumed Ryuji was severely injured and grew even more anxious. I
Rengoku, remembering Ryuji's earlier confrontation with Kokushibo's attack, assumed Ryuji was severely injured and grew even more anxious.
In reality, Ryuji's injuries weren't fatal or overly serious, just requiring time to recover.
Ryuji shook his head and said, "I'm fine. I won't die."
As he spoke, he began healing his wounds using Wood Breathing. Simultaneously, the Hyperdimensional Transmigration System's broadcast echoed in his mind.
[Rengoku Kyojuro rescue mission complete]
[Mission rewards issued. Host has obtained Flame Breathing (Ultimate Technique) and Flame Breathing Forms]
The mission completion announcement confirmed their safety.
Ryuji took a moment to recover, then stood up, saying to Rengoku, "Let's go. We need to find Inosuke and the others, then meet up with Tanjiro."
Because of Ryuji's injuries, Rengoku hadn't disturbed him, carefully watching their surroundings.
Seeing Ryuji stand, Rengoku asked, "Are you alright? Don't push yourself if you're hurt!"
"I'm fine! Let's go!" Ryuji affirmed.
The two began searching the forest for Inosuke and his group.
Sensing Ryuji's steady breathing, Rengoku knew he was alright and started a conversation. "Ryuji, what was that earlier? Are you a human who transformed into a monster?"
Ryuji wasn't surprised by the question; it was a natural reaction.
Ryuji replied, "It's complicated. Think of it as a combat enhancement that boosts my defense and fighting ability."
Rengoku knew there was more to it and pressed further. "Ryuji, your abilities seemed very similar to those of demons. I've encountered demons who could burrow into the ground or walls."
Rengoku's question implied his suspicion that Ryuji was a unique demon—unaffected by sunlight and not a human-eater.
This would explain Ryuji's protection of Nezuko, who had also become a demon. Perhaps Ryuji saw Nezuko as a rare kindred spirit, hence his intense protectiveness.
These were Rengoku's spontaneous speculations; the reality was different.
"Don't guess. I'm not a demon; I'm human," Ryuji clarified, understanding the underlying meaning of Rengoku's words.
Rengoku quickly explained, "I didn't mean anything by it. Even if you were a demon, I'd consider you a good one!"
Ryuji dropped the demon question and continued, "Those abilities were taken from demons."
Rengoku's confusion deepened.
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