Shinobu, Yoizumi, you've arrived.
Kagaya Ubuyashiki sat in his futon, a white-haired woman with deep purple eyes and a solemn expression supporting him with her hand.
"This is my wife, Amane."
The beautiful woman nodded slightly to Yoizumi, and Yoizumi reciprocated.
Seeing Ubuyashiki's current frail state, Yoizumi thought his health seemed to have worsened.
"I apologize for letting you see me in such a state, but sometimes the body just isn't cooperative." Kagaya Ubuyashiki raised a hand to cover his lips, unable to suppress a violent cough.
Amane gently stroked his back, hoping to make him more comfortable.
"Master..." Shinobu looked at Ubuyashiki with concern.
"Let me take a look." Yoizumi came to Ubuyashiki's side, kneeling beside him. "Please give me your hand."
"Thank you, Yoizumi." A pale arm rested in Yoizumi's hand. At this moment, the gazes of all three fell upon Yoizumi, who closed his eyes.
Blood Demon Art: Rotation
A shimmering glow emanated from where their hands touched, captivating everyone.
Kagaya Ubuyashiki's vacant eyes widened as if stirred, a warm sensation flowing from his arm into his weakened body. It felt as if countless stagnant cells were being revitalized, a sense of ease he hadn't experienced in a long time.
It was like the afternoon sun, without scorching heat or stuffy air, only a gentle, warm comfort.
Shinobu clenched her hands, watching nervously, her gaze flitting between the Master and Yoizumi.
The Master seemed to be responding; his complexion had improved considerably.
But seeing the fine beads of sweat rolling down Yoizumi's forehead and dripping onto the floor, Shinobu realized he was in great pain.
Her heart was also clenched tightly.
What was this feeling?
He had never encountered such a situation before.
It was ethereal, he couldn't feel anything.
Yet, he felt as if his limbs were restrained, unable to move.
His power was continuously being depleted, indicating that his Blood Demon Art was indeed working.
A tearing pain was pervasive, even his soul was rattled.
Kagaya Ubuyashiki noticed that Yoizumi's hand, which held his wrist, was trembling. His unique voice called out to Yoizumi.
"That's enough, Yoizumi, stop."
But even though his hand was shaking uncontrollably, he held on tightly. Yoizumi furrowed his brows, pursed his lips, and his breathing grew heavy. His already pale skin became even more ashen.
Seeing this, Shinobu couldn't hold back. She placed a hand on Yoizumi's shoulder, her voice urgent.
"Yoizumi, stop now!"
"Your physical condition is very poor!"
Suddenly opening his eyes, Yoizumi released his hand. A metallic sweetness surged in his throat, and he turned his head, spitting out a mouthful of blood. The dark blood seeped into the tatami, carrying a decaying scent.
She reached out to support Yoizumi's swaying body. Her already clenched heart now throbbed with pain.
Wiping the blood from the corner of his lips, Yoizumi propped himself up and looked at Ubuyashiki.
"I'm sorry, my Blood Demon Art isn't effective against your illness."
Kagaya Ubuyashiki had just learned about Yoizumi spitting blood from Amane, and a look of anxiety appeared on his face.
"No, don't apologize. I should be thanking you, Yoizumi."
"I can feel my body is much better; that's enough."
"Thank you, Yoizumi!"
"You must be tired now; please rest quickly."
As long as it worked, Yoizumi closed his eyes. Exhaustion gradually invaded his mind. Before he fell, a pair of gentle hands caught him. He felt as if he had fallen into a wisteria sea.
"Rest, Yoizumi, I'm here." Shinobu rested Yoizumi's head on her lap.
"Master, please allow me to stay here."
"You may, Shinobu." Kagaya Ubuyashiki agreed to Shinobu's request. He stood up; his body, which had felt as heavy as lead, was now lighter than ever, and his pale face had regained some color.
Ever since the curse befell him, his health had been poor, fluctuating between good and bad. He actually had no expectations for Yoizumi's Blood Demon Art, as there had been no cure for over a thousand years.
Now, his eyes could actually see, albeit faintly!
Kagaya Ubuyashiki was inwardly thrilled. He could see again: the leaves rustling in the wind, birds soaring high, and... his gaze lingered on Yoizumi, who lay on Shinobu's lap.
A color more dazzling than the sun.
Ah... perhaps this time.
This time, it truly could end.
To end the great undertaking that had remained unfulfilled for over a thousand years.
Light had appeared in the darkness, Kagaya Ubuyashiki thought. This light could lead them to dawn... "Ugh..."
As soon as he opened his eyes, the first thing he saw was those purple eyes. He was momentarily stunned, then his bewildered eyes suddenly cleared. He abruptly sat up, resulting in their foreheads colliding.
"Ah..." Shinobu cried out in pain. Only then did Yoizumi belatedly cover his bumped forehead, seeing the striking red mark on Shinobu's fair forehead.
"I'm sorry..." His cool fingertips touched Shinobu's throbbing forehead, preparing to use his Blood Demon Art to heal it, but Shinobu dodged away.
Shinobu frowned, displeased. "To make you comfortable, I didn't even move!"
"My legs are numb, and then you wake up and give me a headbutt. Honestly, you and Tanjirou are truly from the same family."
"And don't just use your Blood Demon Art willy-nilly!"
Shinobu covered her head with one hand. It hurt so much... "I'm sorry..."
"I'm not blaming you." Shinobu rubbed her head helplessly. She needed an ice pack, or it would swell up.
Seeing Yoizumi looking at her cautiously, she sighed: "You, on the other hand, you spat blood. Are you really okay?"
"I'm fine. That curse isn't something I can solve; it's beyond my capabilities, which is why that happened." Yoizumi shook his head, indicating.
"Good, then. Don't push yourself in the future, okay?" Shinobu saw the redness on Yoizumi's forehead disappear in an instant. She stood up, and as Yoizumi looked on, bewildered, she hooked her index finger and tapped him on the head.
"Let's go home before the sun comes out."
"Ah... Mm..." He dazedly covered the spot where he was hit, following behind Shinobu towards the Butterfly Mansion.
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