Is there something wrong with playing Genshin Impact in the dungeon?

About half a day later...

"This is it, please come in."

Guided by Giyu Tomioka and Shinobu Kocho, Ayaka and Ryouki (Shiki-chan) arrived at the Ubuyashiki family mansion.

This place is not far from the Butterfly Mansion, which is led by Shinobu Kocho, probably because the 'Lord' is seriously ill.

At present, Ayaka, who comes from a prominent family, is very polite.

With a dignified demeanor, he entered the mansion as a guest.

On the contrary, Ling Shu (Shiki Kosho) was very relaxed.

Well, strictly speaking, outsiders can't even tell the difference in a 'paper doll's' facial expressions.

In short...

"Welcome to both of you."

Inside the mansion, the young man with half-disfigured face smiled and said, "I am Ubuyashiki Kagaya. It is an honor to meet you two guests who have come from afar today."

Regarding this...

"It's us on this side."

Ayaka is good at handling these kinds of things, and Ryouki (Shiki-chan) is very confident in letting her take over these tasks.

The two chatted for a long time.

Initially, the conversation naturally turned to questions about 'Genshin Impact' and 'traveling through worlds'.

Linghua showed no stage fright and, following Ling Shu's wishes and instructions, softly recounted the matters concerning the 'Teyvat Continent' and the 'Magic King'.

She then mentioned information about 'Inazuma' and 'Thunder God' during her self-introduction.

These words undoubtedly had a huge impact on the ideas of everyone present.

After all, in this day and age, humanity on Earth can't even land on the moon, let alone the vast distances between different worlds.

In summary...

"If someone could really do that, they would truly be considered a 'god'."

This thought flashed through the minds of all the 'Pillar' level swordsmen.

And it was precisely at this critical juncture...

"Chief of the Demon Slayer Corps, I have a few questions... well, just for your consideration, I'd like to hear your thoughts."

Ling Shu (Shiki Kosho) took over the right to speak.

At this moment, everyone present knew that this 'shikigami' was actually the leader of the opposing force.

If one had to put it bluntly, he certainly possessed the right and the right to speak on equal terms with his lord.

Therefore, the nine 'Pillar' level swordsmen stopped talking and listened quietly.

As for Ubuyashiki Kagaya...

"I will certainly listen to your question, Lord Magic King."

His tone of voice was as gentle and approachable as ever.

however……

“Mr. Ubuyashiki, I have a question…”

Ling Shu remotely transmitted his voice through 'Shiki-chan': "In your mind, how do you define the difference between 'ghost' and 'human'?"

"Is it simply distinguished by species, or..."

"Distinguish by the 'actions' of the specified object?"

The words had barely left his mouth...

"Ok?"

Although the nine 'Pillar' level swordsmen did not interrupt, they naturally all heard the question.

Therefore, they were all very puzzled.

Why...why do you ask that?

Kagaya Ubuyashiki didn't understand any of this either.

But the next moment, he understood Ling Shu's true intention in suddenly bringing up this matter.

Then I saw...

“I have some companions here who have the ability to ‘predict the future’.”

Ling Shu (Shiki Kosho) stated frankly: "In our prediction, the members of the Demon Slayer Corps will successfully kill 'Muzan Kibutsuji' within the next few years, ending this 'curse' that has lasted for more than a thousand years."

"!"

This news immediately caused everyone present, except for Ayaka Kamisato, to show surprise.

Even though the news couldn't be verified, everyone subconsciously showed expressions of joy.

It's no wonder they lost their composure.

After all, this was the original intention behind the formation of the Demon Slayer Corps, and the long-cherished wish of the Ubuyashiki family and all its members.

But just then...

"Kibutsuji Muzan will indeed be defeated by you all within the next few years."

Ling Shu (Shiki Kosho) immediately poured cold water on the idea, saying, "But after that, it was the very country you all live in that launched a brutal war of aggression against other nations."

"In less than half a century, this country's army has massacred tens of millions of soldiers and civilians in other countries."

"Among them were even pregnant women whose babies were ripped out of their wombs with bayonets and used as blood flags."

“One after another, vibrant lives were forced to become the prey of the ‘murder game’.”

"Tens of millions of innocent people have been assaulted, humiliated, and had their happy lives destroyed."

"Countless families have been torn apart, lost their homes, and never saw the light of day again."

"Even before the future, several years ago, the country you are in had already, in collusion with seven other countries, carried out more than one act of aggression against other countries."

Ling Shu's gaze, traversing the world, met Ubuyashiki Kagaya's directly. "So, having known these facts, I ask you..."

What is a 'human'? What is a 'ghost'?

"or……"

"Between 'humans' and 'ghosts,' which is more terrifying?"

Chapter Four 'Human'

The future of this world is quite ironic for the current members of the Demon Slayer Corps.

Before his transmigration, when Ling Shu came across the story of "Demon Slayer," he felt that its theme was to express a very simple yet very important truth: people should know how to respect life.

Even if hunting between different species is necessary for survival, there should be no cruelty or killing.

Because the former is a natural law, while the latter... is satisfying one's own base and perverse tastes.

Over the past millennium, the cannibalistic 'demons' that have caused countless bloody incidents in the Far East were once human.

But their actions brought too much hatred, and ultimately... a large part of the Demon Slayer Corps members joined after losing their loved ones and were determined to break the chain of hatred.

In the future, the Demon Slayer Corps did indeed succeed.

Yes, after making huge sacrifices, not only were more than half of the 'Pillar' level swordsmen killed or wounded, but even the protagonist 'Tanjiro Kamado' died young due to the opening of his Demon Slayer Mark, and Kagaya Ubuyashiki and his wife were both killed in battle... Muzan Kibutsuji met his end.

But what happens after that?

It is precisely certain individuals within this country who have acted in ways no different from those of demons.

Lower Moon One - Nightmare: "I like to hear the cries of others."

Upper Moon Five - Gyokko: "How can this be considered slaughter? This is art!"

Kaigaku, the Upper Moon's Shame: "I am justice, and all who oppose me are evil."

……

That's a disgusting idea, isn't it?

However, the Far East, which will later enter a militaristic era, has done all of the above.

The truth is: the Demon Slayer Corps' desperate efforts to eliminate the group of 'demons' inadvertently protected another group of 'demons'.

How... tragic is this?

therefore……

"Your Excellency, the Magic King, why are you telling us this?"

After pondering for a long time, Kagaya Ubuyashiki asked this question in return.

Upon hearing this...

"After pacifying a chaotic world, there is often a need for capable people to 'govern the world'."

"Otherwise, the fruits of victory, and even the peace that was bought with countless sacrifices, will be stolen and exploited by evildoers, and then cease to exist."

Ling Shu said seriously, "Mr. Ubuyashiki, I have a suggestion."

"I will assist the Demon Slayer Corps in defeating Muzan Kibutsuji to reduce your casualties."

"And after that..."

The words, transcending time and space, slowly reached the ears of the leader: "Without a doubt, you are a respectable person who knows how to respect life."

"Then, how about you become the next ruler of this far eastern land?"

******

That night...

"!"

The boy with a scar on his forehead suddenly woke up.