The next day, in the morning.
Chinatsu and Tanjiro got up early as usual. Although they had passed the final selection of the Demon Slayer Corps, the Tamagane they were selected for was still being forged. Even after it was finished, it would be specially delivered over, which would take about half a month.
This period of time should not be wasted, but simple slashing training is no longer enough to improve strength, so Chika proposed two training plans.
First, go out and kill ghosts.
Second, the two engaged in combat training, with their weapons changed to wooden swords.
Strictly speaking, the first option was more effective, but considering that demons were hard to find, it was ruled out, and Tanjiro resolutely chose the latter.
Incidentally, Tanjiro and Chinatsu also had a very brief sparring session. Since it was a brief sparring session, there was no question of who won or lost. However, in that short period of sparring, Chinatsu had the upper hand the entire time.
Upon arriving outside the wooden house, Chinatsu and Tanjiro stood about 10 meters apart, holding their training wooden swords and staring at each other.
Because they were taught by the same master, they could not break each other's moves under normal circumstances, so they both wanted to use unexpected moves to attack each other.
Tanjiro took a deep breath and then adjusted the power of Water Breathing to the maximum.
"The Breath of Water, the Form of Gathering, the Flow of Life!"
Tanjiro's blade instantly unleashed powerful water ripples; his first move was the strongest technique of Water Breathing. Was he aiming for a quick attack? No, probably not.
In an instant, Chinatsu realized that this step in Tanjiro's tactic was just a feint. As Tanjiro approached, the water dragon that had condensed in his blade struck the ground in front of Chinatsu.
Bang!!!
Using "Rising Form: Life Flow," Tanjiro created an effect similar to "Eighth Form: Waterfall," obstructing Chinatsu's view with wave-like sword energy. Behind this obstructing water, Tanjiro decisively and quickly switched his breathing, and flames appeared on the blade.
Forcibly switching breathing can put a tremendous strain on the body, but it can also be a powerful attack method in combat, catching the enemy off guard.
Unfortunately, most members of the Demon Slayer Corps only master one breathing technique, because mastering even one breathing method takes a lot of time.
Because the Love Pillar was once the Flame Pillar's "stepson," he mastered the imperfect Flame Breathing. Later, unable to use it as freely as the Flame Pillar, he modified it into the Love Breathing.
However, there's not much difference between mastering multiple breathing techniques and not mastering multiple breathing techniques, but Chinatsu and Tanjiro are different, at least at this stage.
Water Breathing: Low energy consumption, comprehensive and well-rounded sword skills!
Hinokami Kagura: High energy consumption, maximum output!
After Tanjiro switched into Hinokami Kagura, he used the wooden sword to unleash the First Form, "Enbu," aiming to decide the outcome in one move!
Just as Tanjiro thought his attack would definitely hit Chinatsu, Chinatsu's superhuman reflexes and physical abilities made her presence felt.
Before Tanjiro's blade could strike, Chinatsu had already leaped into the air, and the height of her leap exceeded the height of Tanjiro's blade swing.
Tanjiro's sword missed its mark, and Chinatsu easily ended the duel with her follow-up attack.
"Sister, you jumped way too high..."
Tanjiro's lips twitched slightly as he recalled Chinatsu's jump. If it were a charged jump, he could do it too. He estimated that if he charged up, he could even jump onto the roof of the wooden house in one leap.
The problem is that Chinatsu didn't gather her strength just now. The process of Tanjiro switching from Water Breathing to Hinokami Kagura and swinging the sword was quite brief, which means that Chinatsu's reaction time and the time for her body to react were even shorter.
A quick jump without charging up is completely different from a charged jump. At least Tanjiro thought that if he had put himself in Chinatsu's shoes, he wouldn't have been able to jump that fast.
Is this the power my sister gained by absorbing demon blood...?
Nezuko has become a demon, and her physical abilities have also been greatly enhanced. Tanjiro still remembers when Nezuko lost consciousness and attacked him at the beginning. Originally, his quiet and gentle sister was like a wild beast, suppressing him, a woodcutter. But his older sister's situation was even more powerful than Nezuko's.
Tanjiro looked down at his sword, gripping the hilt tightly. He thought to himself that he had to work even harder. There would definitely be stronger demons in the future, and he not only couldn't be a burden to his sister, but he also had to contribute his own strength.
"Sister, we'll come back later!"
"Always ready!"
Chinatsu and Tanjiro trained from morning until noon, until Urokodaki came out of the wooden house with lunch ready and called them back to eat like an old woman. Only then did they stop.
The two responded and turned to look at the wooden house. The first thing they saw was Urokodaki, and the second thing they saw was Nezuko standing inside the wooden house, cautiously peeking her head in their direction.
Because of her demon identity, Nezuko cannot be exposed to the sun. Therefore, even when she is awake, she can only stay in the wooden house, fearing direct sunlight. So she has to be careful even when looking out from inside the house.
However, Nezuko is an exception. She possesses the ability to resist sunlight, something even the Demon King doesn't have. It's just that Nezuko isn't aware of this ability yet. In the original story, Nezuko was initially harmed by sunlight, but the damage suddenly reversed, and Nezuko became immune.
Of course, even if Chika knew this, she wouldn't say it now; it's not the right time to say it yet.
Chinatsu and Tanjiro walked into the house from outside. Inside, Nezuko no longer needed to wear the bamboo tube. She happily ran up to the two of them and said, "Sister, brother, you are amazing! Is this the breathing technique that Urokodaki taught you?"
"Yes, with Water Breathing and our family's Hinokami Kagura, we have become very strong. In the future, we will definitely find a way to turn you back into a human. Trust us."
As Chika spoke, she casually patted Nezuko's head. Nezuko was so cute, like a little kitten. She really wanted to take her home and raise her... Hmm? It seems like she was originally hers.
Chinatsu stroked Nezuko's head, and Nezuko looked quite content. Urokodaki was already sitting in the living room, serving them food and muttering to himself about why they hadn't come yet.
Just as she finished patting Nezuko's head and was about to head to the living room inside the cabin, Chinatsu suddenly had a sudden inspiration.
"Nezuko, would you like to learn breathing techniques?"
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