Demon Slayer: I am a Demon.

As he spoke, he patted Makomo on the shoulder: "What do you think?"

Makomo frowned slightly. It was clearly the first time she had heard such words. In the past, her master Urokodaki had taught her a lot, but most of it was about how to train, how to draw the sword faster, and how to deal with various unexpected situations.

As for how to treat others, no one really told her that.

It was only after listening to Su Mu's words that I suddenly felt as if I had gained a higher perspective.

When Makomo actually tried to think from this perspective, and looked at Su Mu again, she always felt that this person was full of wisdom and there was so much for her to learn.

Even more so in my heart

A sense of admiration arose within me.

Su Mu was unaware of the girl's inner turmoil. In fact, he already knew what kind of person Kaigaku was. Even if Kenichi Nishimura hadn't told him these things, he knew that in the future, Kaigaku might even surrender to Kokushibo and become the second Demon Slayer Corps swordsman to become a demon.

Regardless of whether Kaigaku made this choice when he was completely without help or when he was forced to do so by overwhelming power, he ultimately abandoned his beliefs as a member of the Demon Slayer Corps and chose to become a demon.

Ultimately, Kaigaku is just a person who lives for himself.

But who doesn't live for themselves?

Just like him, he didn't have the same lofty beliefs as Rengoku Kyojuro, so naturally, he didn't think there was anything wrong with Kaigaku's choice.

of course

If he had to choose, he would naturally choose a teammate like Kyojuro Rengoku, who is willing to sacrifice himself for others, to protect his teammates, and to protect his juniors.

He prefers people like that.

He still prefers others to sacrifice for him, rather than him to sacrifice for others.

of course

For him...

He couldn't help but look at Kanao, who was sitting next to him, silently eating her rice ball.

Although I don't like to sacrifice for others, if there really is such a person, it would probably only be the very obedient Kanao in front of me.

Speaking of

He never imagined he would have such thoughts; he had always considered himself a person who lived only for himself.

But no matter what

It's the feeling of having someone you're willing to sacrifice for, and even the sacrifice itself isn't actually that painful.

There exists such a girl.

Actually, I'm quite happy inside.

Provided that

This girl

is worth it.

Chapter 136 I will make you feel that I... am worthy (4/4 (two-in-one))

The campfire flickered as Makomo ate her rice ball in small bites, then asked another question in a low voice: "That Hand Demon, you were the one who killed it, so why are you saying it was me?"

“I think you need these more than I do.”

Su Mu also took a bite of his rice ball and explained in a low voice.

Makomo lowered her head, pursed her lips, and didn't say anything more. She really needed this achievement. Since coming to Fujikasayama, she had discovered that the rumors about Urokodaki's disciples were far more serious than she had imagined.

After all, there has never been a case where a 'Pillar' served as a 'trainer' and yet his disciple failed to even pass the initial swordsman assessment, let alone survive.

Therefore, everyone felt that Urokodaki's disciples were nothing special, just useless trash.

Makomo doesn't care what others think of her. Perhaps she'll be a little angry, but that's just a bit stifling. What Makomo really can't accept is how others treat her senior brothers, senior sisters, and Sabito.

They didn't want to die as if they were unworthy of being called Urokodaki's disciples, even after their deaths.

"However, simply killing the Hand Demon won't change some people's opinions. They will still think you passed the swordsman test by luck. They don't know how powerful the Hand Demon really is, and they will still stubbornly believe that your senior brothers, senior sisters, and Sabito are not good enough. You need to do more to change these people's minds."

Su Mu said in a low voice.

"I will."

Makomo clenched her fist: "I will show all those who once doubted Urokodaki's disciples, those who doubted the ability of Urokodaki's disciples, how far and how high her disciples can go, and how they can become 'pillars' that they admire."

Speaking of this, Makomo suddenly thought of Giyu Tomioka.

Since Giyu Tomioka passed the swordsman exam, he has never returned to Mount Kyogiri. To be honest, Makomo was quite disappointed.

But now that I think about it, perhaps Yoshiyuki Tomioka is thinking the same thing as her now.

Perhaps, Giyu Tomioka is also trying his best to prove to others that Urokodaki's disciples are not as bad as rumored.

………………

campfire

Kaigaku silently ate his rice ball with cold water, and he could feel the strange look in Nishimura Kenichi's eyes when he returned, as well as the hidden schadenfreude.

He roughly knew that Kenichi Nishimura must have said something to that guy named Su Mu.

Kaigaku wasn't surprised. In fact, not only Kenichi Nishimura, but also the people around him looked at him with a strange gaze.

Everyone's not stupid. Before we went up the mountain, there were quite a few people following you, Kaigaku, but now, you're the only one left. Everyone has their own guesses about what happened.

Kaigaku doesn't regret what he did. Even if he had to do it all over again, he would still do the same thing to that demon.

It was simply beyond his ability to deal with. Rather than all of us dying after that ghost, we might as well create some chance for ourselves to survive.

only……

Kaigaku couldn't help but look up at Makomo, who was talking to Su Mu. Kaigaku hadn't expected them to be so strong, even able to kill such a powerful Hand Demon.

If I had such abilities, why would I have fled in such a panic back then?

How could anyone look at me with such strange eyes?

However, I survived in the end. No matter what happened, as long as I'm alive, I will eventually change the situation.

After finishing his rice ball, Kaigaku picked up his Nichirin Blade. He was already waiting for Su Mu to come and drive him away, and he would never linger here.

…………

During the daytime, people are generally resting, because only at this time do they not have to worry about being attacked by ghosts.

After everyone finished eating, they all began to rest.

…………

"You should rest for a while too. I'll keep an eye on things for you."

Makomo whispered, "You stayed up all night yesterday, you must be very tired, right?"

"No need, I..."

Su Mu opened his mouth to explain, but seeing the girl staring intently at him, he hesitated for a moment and nodded: "Alright."

Makomo quickly laid out a thick blanket for Su Mu by the campfire, and after he sat down, she personally covered him with thick clothes.

"Quickly close your eyes and rest."

Mako said in a low voice.

"Ok."

Faced with Makomo's constant urging, he could only nod. Although as a demon, he could go for days and nights without rest without any problems, these were things he couldn't say.

After Su Mu lay down, Kanao leaned against her uncle's arm.

Makomo also saw all of this, and she also noticed Kanao's intimacy with Su Mu. From the first time she met the two, she felt that their relationship was very special and that they cared a lot about each other.

Makomo even felt that if one of them were to die for the other, they would probably do so without hesitation.

For no reason at all, I felt a pang of envy for Kanao.

Feeling a sudden surge of emotions within her, Makomo blushed slightly and unconsciously turned her head away.

A gentle breeze blew, lifting the girl's dark hair. She reached out and gently tucked the messy strands of hair behind her ear, then couldn't help but look at Su Mu.

I couldn't help but wonder what kind of girl he liked.

Silently suppressing the restless emotions in her heart, Makomo suddenly thought of Hiroshi Furukawa. Back then, Hiroshi Furukawa was probably in a similar situation to herself now.

Perhaps the other person is just like you were back then, struggling with how to reject them.

Thinking about these things, I felt a little saddened.

…………

The kasugai crow flapped its wings and landed. Tanjiro immediately put away the letter the kasugai crow had sent, read it, and then looked irritated.

Makomo found it strange. Tanjiro had been very excited when the Kasugai Crows sent letters before, so why was he so irritable this time?

What was written in the letter?

Makomo approached with her hands behind her back, a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

Tanjiro hesitated for a moment, then handed over the letter.

Makomo took it.

The delicate handwriting must have been written by Nezuko.

"Hello, dear sir."

"I heard from Senior Urokodaki that today is the first day of the formal assessment. The top of Fujikasa Mountain will be very dangerous at night. I didn't dare to write to you until I felt that the letter could be delivered by daytime."

"Everything is fine at home, sir. Don't worry. When you are in Fujisaki Mountain, you must be careful of the terrible evil spirits. You must take care of yourself and have good luck in martial arts."

"Nezuko was learning to sew with her mother today. I think I'll be able to by the time my husband comes back, and then I'll sew him a haori myself. Actually, I can sew now, but I think I should wait until he comes back and take his measurements myself..."

His rambling words, almost entirely referring to himself as "Tanjiro," completely erased any semblance of his former self.

In every word and sentence, Makomo seemed to see the shadow of a girl who was leaning against the window, lost in thought.

Suddenly, Makomo felt that she was not alone anymore.

Unable to resist, Makomo looked at Su Mu lying there again. The warm sunlight shone on the man's face, making him so attractive.