Xia Feng grinned.
"White-hair, throwing labels and accusations around… I got bored of that trick years ago. You sure you want to try that on me?"
Before he transmigrated, Xia Feng had been an employee at a major corporation. After years of grinding through the workplace, the kind of schemes and pressure he'd seen there were far harsher than anything Uzui Tengen had experienced.
Hearing Xia Feng's words, Tengen opened his mouth.
Although he didn't fully understand what Xia Feng meant… it somehow felt terrifying.
Sanemi's expression also turned a little awkward.
When Xia Feng called Tengen "white-hair," it somehow felt like he was being included too.
Gyomei Himejima clasped his prayer beads and spoke,
"Mr. Xia Feng, although Tengen's wording may have been inappropriate, opposing the execution of this demon does indeed violate the Corps' rules…"
Hearing that, Kagaya Ubuyashiki spoke calmly,
"Regarding this matter, I also support Tanjiro-kun and Nezuko-chan. And I hope all of you can come to accept them as well."
All the Hashira were stunned.
Sanemi couldn't hold back.
"Master! The Demon Slayer Corps exists to kill demons! How could we ever spare one?!"
Rengoku spoke firmly as well.
"Yes! Please allow me to oppose this with all my strength!"
Tengen nodded.
"Even if it's the Master's order, I still can't accept it!"
Giyu Tomioka remained expressionless, as if he had transformed into some higher life form and completely stopped thinking.
Hearing the Hashira's reactions, Tanjiro became more and more anxious.
He took a deep breath, wanting to say something, but he didn't know how to begin.
Subconsciously, he held the wooden box tighter.
"Nezuko isn't the evil demon you're describing! Why won't anyone believe me?!"
Sanemi let out a ferocious grin, his eyes wide and bloodshot.
"A kind demon? Kid, are you trying to make me laugh to death? Or are you tired of living and using such disgusting lies to deceive me?"
Kagaya nodded toward the black-and-white twins beside him.
The black-haired one slowly unfolded a letter.
"Everyone, this letter was sent by the former Water Hashira, Sakonji Urokodaki."
"I will read a portion of it to you."
"—Please forgive Tanjiro for traveling with his sister who has turned into a demon."
"Nezuko still retains strong mental fortitude and the rationality of a human."
"Even when starving, she refuses to eat humans. She has endured two full years in this state."
"This situation may sound unbelievable, but it is undoubtedly the truth."
"If Nezuko ever harms a human in the future, then Kamado Tanjiro, Sakonji Urokodaki, and Tomioka Giyu will all commit seppuku in atonement."
Hearing this, all the Hashira were momentarily stunned.
Tanjiro's eyes widened.
Tears streamed uncontrollably down his face.
Sanemi clenched his teeth in frustration.
"Seppuku? What does that prove?! That's not a guarantee at all!"
Out of consideration for Kagaya and Xia Feng, he held back harsher words.
Rengoku nodded.
"As Shinazugawa said, once someone is killed, nothing can undo it. The victims will not return!"
Hearing their words, Kagaya showed a faint, proud smile.
The children he had nurtured…
They truly upheld the Demon Slayer Corps' duty.
Even when facing their Master and Xia Feng, they still stood firm in their resolve to eradicate demons.
He opened his mouth, preparing to say more—
But Xia Feng suddenly spoke lazily.
"If you want to prove Nezuko won't attack humans… it's actually very simple."
Under everyone's gaze, he walked to Tanjiro.
Tanjiro instinctively tensed up.
Right now, he was like a frightened bird—anyone approaching felt like a threat to Nezuko.
Xia Feng looked at him with amusement.
"What? You don't trust me either?"
Tanjiro swallowed.
Then slowly released his protective grip on the box.
Xia Feng nodded in satisfaction, picked up the box, and walked into the house where sunlight couldn't reach.
Everyone looked confused at his actions.
He set the box down and looked around.
"To prove something, you obviously need evidence. If we don't settle this clearly today, no one will feel comfortable about it in the future."
"Tanjiro is a member of the Corps. If this isn't resolved now, it'll cause endless trouble for him later."
Then he smiled and pointed at Sanemi.
"You. Come here."
"Me?"
Sanemi blinked and pointed at himself.
Xia Feng nodded.
Sanemi instinctively glanced at Kagaya.
Seeing that Kagaya didn't object, he stepped onto the wooden floor and walked inside.
Xia Feng said,
"Sanemi Shinazugawa possesses Rare Blood. I believe some of you already know this."
Several Hashira nodded.
Gyomei, for example, was already aware of it.
"Rare Blood… has a fatal attraction to demons. Compared to ordinary human blood, its nourishment and scent are dozens of times stronger."
"Even a member of the Twelve Kizuki would become intoxicated by its scent and crave it desperately."
He looked at Sanemi.
"If you're so convinced Nezuko will attack humans, then bleed a little. Let's see what she does."
Sanemi raised an eyebrow.
"You want me to release my Rare Blood?"
"Aren't you afraid the demon will go crazy?"
The smile on Xia Feng's face slowly disappeared.
He said calmly,
"That's my problem to deal with. You don't need to worry about it."
Sanemi thought for a few seconds, then nodded firmly.
"Fine. I agree."
He bowed his head toward Kagaya.
"My apologies for dirtying the Master's estate."
As soon as he finished speaking, he drew his Nichirin blade and slashed his own arm.
Blood poured out immediately.
The deep cut made even Xia Feng feel a little pain just looking at it.
The moment Sanemi cut himself, Nezuko's box trembled slightly.
Xia Feng reached out and opened it.
The small Nezuko stepped out of the box, her eyes locked directly onto Sanemi.
Seeing her, Mitsuri's face flushed red.
Why is this child so cute?!
Looking at Nezuko's reaction, Xia Feng sighed.
"You're showing no self-control… Haven't I given you tasty food before?"
Sitting nearby, Kagaya suddenly felt that Xia Feng's words sounded a bit strange…
Sanemi stretched out his bleeding arm.
"Hey! Demon! Come here!"
"Dinner's ready! Attack me!"
Nezuko's breathing grew heavier, as if she might pounce at any moment.
Meanwhile, Xia Feng stood calmly beside them, completely unbothered.
After all—
Not only did he trust Nezuko's willpower…
Even if she lost control, his puppet threads weren't just for decoration.
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