chapter 24

Chapter 24 - A Demon Named Tamayo

"What did you say?" Michikatsu asked, disbelief plastered on his face. "We found out that those who awakened the Mark die at 25 years old." 'Did I hear correctly? I'm going to die when I turn 25. Why? Why did this happen? Because I wanted extra strength to fight demons? Because I want to defeat Yoriichi? Do I have to become a demon just so I can live long enough to refine my skills? Will I just be the strongest swordsman if I become a demon?' Amid his chaotic thoughts, he finally calmed down as he remembered something. "Yoriichi, and you?" he asked Yoriichi. "Don't worry, brother. I accepted this a long time ago. Before I die, I want to fulfill my destiny," Yoriichi replied. 'How can he be so calm?' jealousy and respect for Yoriichi rose again. "I just hope to eradicate the demons before many slayers and people lose their lives," Yoriichi replied and left. 'And the monster I fought today? What is he? He even looked like a boy of about 16 or 17 years old,' Michikatsu thought. "You should rest, Michikatsu. Don't stress your body and mind. Try to calm down," the Flower Hashira also left. Michikatsu was alone. He stood there for a while when suddenly he noticed a crow approaching. It was very unusual. Suddenly, it dropped a letter in front of him and flew away. Michikatsu cautiously picked up the letter and opened it. Inside was the address of a place. He instantly understood what it was and fell into deep thought.

Huitzilin's Point of View

I sent a letter to Michikatsu. If he rejects it and gets in my way again, I'll have no choice but to kill him.

But many monsters hide in Japan. Muzan and the guy I felt yesterday. I think he's the first user of breath.

He is the original user of the Hinokami Kagura or Breath of the Sun. I wonder how powerful he is. Anyway, what should I do now? Soon the whole day was spent with me just lazily doing nothing. The next time I received an unusual visitor. She was a beautiful woman with long, dark brown hair that was tied back in a low ponytail and had bulging pupils.

"Who are you?" I asked, even though I knew who she was.

"My name is Tamayo," she replied. Her eyes were empty, as if she had lost all will to live. Even her voice was meek.

I invited her in, unsure of the reason for her arrival. Why did she come? Did Muzan send her? Why? amidst my thoughts, we finally reached the living room. It was just an old room with dust everywhere. I didn't even have much furniture.

"May I know the reason for your visit, Miss Tamayo?" I asked curiously. It was the first time I met a character from the anime. It was a surreal experience. I don't know if she was afraid of my presence or for any other reason, but she was very meek and docile. She immediately answered my question.

"T-this person wants you to leave Japan immediately," she said stuttering.

"Muzan Kibutsuji?" I asked. I saw her tremble for a moment at the mention of that name. Immense hatred and weakness appeared in her eyes. She nodded weakly.

"Why?" I asked.

"H-he says he knows you're not an ordinary human. He said you're a copy of himself and a deviant in his path to perfection. He's just giving you a warning and won't hesitate to kill you if you don't obey his command. You could also obey his command and become his servant. He said he might even share his blood to make you stronger," she replied with a touch of sympathy and pity.

'Man, what a narcissistic and petty guy. He says I, a noble pillar, am a steal. He even wants me to become his servant. How can I cooperate with such a narcissistic guy? He probably won't even agree to meet me.' I won't leave Japan and abandon my quest just because Muzan said so.

After calming down a bit, I looked at Tamayo. 'According to what I know, she will be an important secondary character in Demon Slayer. Her blood demon art is also very useful and all her abilities were not shown in the anime. From what I know, Muzan turned her into a demon and she killed her husband and son because of that. She harbors immense hatred for Muzan. Maybe I can use this to bring her to my side. It will be very useful for me to have an assistant.'

'It's certainly a plausible idea. But she seems completely dominated by Muzan's power and has no thoughts of rebellion. First, I need to give her hope.' "Miss Tamayo, do you want to break free from Muzan's control and seek revenge?" I asked hopefully.

"H-how do you know that?" she asked, looking at me suspiciously.

"Haha, I'm not a stalker, Miss Tamayo. Everything is evident in your eyes and body language."

"Hehe, do I look so pathetic? Thank you for the offer, but no one can defeat Muzan. Maybe I'm destined never to avenge my husband and son," she replied bitterly.

'She really has no hope. But in the show, she somehow broke free from Muzan's control. How?' I thought. But soon I had a wild and bold idea. Since actions speak louder than words, I'll try. But if I fail, she will never speak to me again, let alone trust me. I have to be bold and try, even without her consent.

"Miss Tamayo, how rude of me not to give you anything when you visited my house for the first time. Please wait, I'll prepare something," I said as I began to proceed with my plan.

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