Nakime, who felt the Upper Moon aura constantly fading away, was a little worried. Such a big change was completely unexpected by her, especially Akaza's surrender without a fight.
"Traitor!"
Nakime sat high on a platform, occasionally strumming her biwa. Below, the constantly shifting terrain was blocking the advance of several figures.
Serpent Hashira Obanai and Love Hashira Mitsuri, and several ordinary Demon Slayer Corps members.
Nakime's Blood Demon Art was not very deadly. She could crush enemies by controlling the pavilions, but if the enemy's speed was fast enough, it would be difficult to succeed.
However, Nakime's Blood Demon Art was first-rate in terms of being troublesome. She could control Infinity Castle to form various terrains, trapping and blocking the enemy's advance. This method could greatly tire out the enemy's physical strength.
"What a hassle!"
Obanai jumped between the changing pavilions, occasionally rescuing a few ordinary members.
"We're going in circles. Is there any way to get close to her?"
Mitsuri was also very troubled. They had been in Infinity Castle for a while and had been trapped in this area. On one hand, they hadn't come up with a solution, and on the other hand, they intended to save their physical strength.
After all, the enemy's purpose was too obvious.
On the other side, Sanemi, Himejima, Muichiro, and a group of people who had already gathered with Seiichi were rushing in the direction shown by the Kasugai Crow.
"Is that so, Kokushibo is already dead?"
Seiichi sighed softly. Kokushibo's life was a tragedy. Having a brother like Yoriichi, who inherited the will of heaven, meant he was destined to never catch up with his brother's pace. His stubborn and confused life finally came to an end, sinking into hell along with his countless sins.
"So his name was Kokushibo..."
"It's unimaginable to be able to defeat Upper Moon One so easily."
Himejima even put his hands together while running, tears flowing from his white eyes.
"In the initial plan, we even intended to sacrifice two or more people."
Muichiro added from the side.
"Thanks to Seiichi-san, we could beat him. It's already a miracle that he hasn't completely lost his ability to resist with such injuries."
"That's right."
Although Sanemi, who had been silent all this time, was stubborn, among all the Hashira, he was actually the one who admired Seiichi's strength the most.
"I hope the other Upper Moons are the same."
The group arrived at a broken building complex. The temperature quickly dropped. It was clear that it had just been damaged, as the traces were still very fresh.
In the middle of the complex were Kanao, Shinobu, and Inosuke, who were resting, surrounded by pieces of ice and snow.
"Shinobu-san!"
Muichiro greeted them. Shinobu and the others were surprised and gathered together when they saw the group.
"Ah hahaha, Seiichi, it's a pity you didn't see Inosuke-sama show off his amazing skills!"
Inosuke came to Seiichi's side, patting his chest and boasting about his performance just now.
Seiichi praised him with a smile, then turned to look at Shinobu and her student.
"Are you not injured?"
"No, Upper Moon Two is badly injured. Not only is his Blood Demon Art greatly weakened, but he has also lost his ability to move."
Shinobu's gentle purple eyes shimmered. She was very, very relaxed now because she had gotten revenge for her sister, Kanae, a revenge she had wanted day and night.
It was clear that Shinobu was much more at ease. In the past, anger and hatred lay hidden beneath her gentle appearance, but now they had vanished with the wind.
Shinobu noticed Kanao, who was a little restless next to her, and asked her gently.
"What's wrong, Kanao-chan, are you injured?"
"No, Shinobu-sensei..."
Seiichi, noticing this, chuckled. Indeed, Shinobu had never been in love and completely didn't understand a young girl's feelings.
She was worried about her young heart.
"Since we've reunited, without further delay, we must quickly go to Muzan Kibutsuji's location, otherwise he is very likely to escape."
After giving the order for a quick march, Seiichi silently thought, I'm counting on you, Obanai! Mitsuri!
Kasugai Crows flying and circling in the air issued a rallying call to all Demon Slayer Corps swordsmen in Infinity Castle, guiding them in their direction of advance.
Nakime, who was constantly watching the movements in Infinity Castle, felt fear. She strummed her biwa, and a huge barrier rose in the path of the Demon Slayer Corps members in Infinity Castle.
Now is the moment!
Seizing the opportunity, Mitsuri and Obanai, along with a group of Demon Slayer Corps members, jumped quickly without hesitation, getting closer to Nakime!
When Nakime adjusted the terrain in other places, it was impossible for her to adjust the terrain here!
Realizing this, Nakime quickly plucked the biwa strings, and countless barriers appeared in front of Mitsuri and Obanai, and even the platform she was on kept moving backward.
The two nodded, making a quick decision. Now was the closest they would be. They couldn't delay, as a delay would easily cause them to miss the opportunity for battle.
Mitsuri grabbed Obanai's hands, used force with her left and right feet, and spun fiercely in a circle. The sound of wind breaking rang in Obanai's ears, a dizzying feeling swept over him, and when he came to his senses, he had been thrown out like a cannonball!
Mitsuri used the same method to directly throw several members out at once, aiming precisely at the platform where Nakime was!
The rest is up to you!
Nakime quickly plucked the biwa, and several platforms floated up, blocking the members' path of advance. Obanai swung his Nichirin Sword.
"Serpent Breathing—Fifth Form: Slithering Serpent!"
Obanai rapidly advanced in the air, his blade turning crimson red, and his sword path winding like a snake. His slashes were fast and powerful, directly cutting the entire platform in half!
Although Obanai had not mastered Transparent World, just now, he and Mitsuri achieved the effect of a temporary Red Nichirin Sword by rubbing their blades together.
With the path opened, several people successfully landed on Nakime's platform. As soon as their feet touched the ground, they immediately moved forward, the sound of breaking wind fierce and violent, aiming directly at Nakime.
Nakime played another tune on her biwa, and many open spaces appeared on the ground where Obanai was advancing. The platform in the air directly slammed down towards Obanai!
"Serpent Breathing—First Form: Winding Serpent Slash!"
Making strange postures that were difficult for humans to achieve, Obanai's path changed unpredictably, dodging the attack falling from the sky.
Nakime, whose eyes were always fixed on Serpent Hashira, had not yet realized that among the several figures who landed together, one person was already missing. He had quietly arrived behind Nakime without any trouble.
Puff!
A hand directly pierced through Nakime's chest. She stared blankly at the hand that had appeared out of nowhere. A sharp pain swept over her, her eyes went black, and she lost her vision.
It was Yushiro! Obanai's attack was merely a trick to hide Yushiro's actions. Yushiro had a concealment charm on him, so Nakime was already difficult to spot, and she was even more distracted by Obanai, making the trio's plan succeed easily.
Yushiro's charm was placed on Nakime's single eye, and veins bulged on his head. He was controlling Nakime's abilities.
Where is it? Where is it?
Found it! Tamayo-sama, I'm coming to save you now!
Kasugai Crows flew, and messages were quickly delivered to the swordsmen. With no more obstacles, everyone headed in the same direction.
And Yushiro, controlling Nakime, teleported the powerful swordsmen over.
For example, Seiichi, and all the Hashira and the younger generation. After Nakime teleported Seiichi, the entire demon aged considerably.
The Demon Slayer Corps members, carrying monstrous anger, were about to meet Muzan Kibutsuji!
A great battle, on the verge of breaking out... or not?