Demon Slayer: You call paying to get stronger "lightning"?

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Rika's two small fists pounded haphazardly on Ryosuke's chest.

"Don't like older women! And...and three at once! Waaah...I hate you! I hate you the most!"

Rika clung to Ryosuke, sobbing uncontrollably, looking utterly miserable after being betrayed by a heartless man.

"No! Pear Blossom, listen to me! Grandpa, you too..."

Ryosuke frantically tried to support Rika, while also anxiously explaining to Jigoro, completely overwhelmed.

"Yasui! Ryosuke!!!"

There was a thunderclap on the ground.

Filled with resentment, Shota, now a deformed being, crawls twisting and grotesquely through the darkness.

Holding his Nichirin Blade, he bared his teeth and charged at Ryosuke.

"How dare you bully Pear Blossom! I'll chop you up, you bastard!!!"

The blade tore through the air, carrying all of Shota's anger as it cleaved straight through the interface door!

"Shouta! Stop!"

Jigoro, filled with shock and anger, instantly stepped between the two and struck Shota on the head with his cane.

The situation spiraled out of control, becoming complete chaos.

"Ryosuke-nii! Waaaaah..."

Rika was still crying her heart out in Ryosuke's arms, her little hands clutching his haori tightly.

"Grandpa, let me go! I'm going to kill this bastard! How dare he... how dare he..."

Shota's body twisted and struggled, the blade swaying wildly.

"No! Please let me finish! They are..."

Ryosuke was being held by Rika and had a knife pointed at him by Shota. He was speechless and sweating profusely.

"Lord Tianyuan..."

Suma was so frightened that he hid behind Uzui Tengen, revealing a pair of terrified eyes.

Hinatsuru and Maki were relatively calm, but they couldn't help feeling ashamed.

Uzui Tengen was completely dumbfounded.

His face twitched, somewhat regretting the hasty decision he had made at dawn.

"Is this Peach Mountain... a proper place?"

As the farce escalated, Ryosuke, who was at the center of the storm, looked to him for help!

Yu Suitian Yuan rubbed his forehead and took a deep breath.

"enough!!!"

That roar was full of energy.

Everyone froze, as if a pause button had been pressed, and all turned to look at him.

Yu Sui Tianyuan crossed his arms and scanned the entire audience.

"This one-legged grandpa! And that brat waving a knife around like that! And this young lady crying so loudly! Please allow me, Uzui Tengen, to give a grand explanation!"

He turned to the side, extended his arm, and pointed to three beautiful women with distinct styles behind him, his movements elegant and fluid.

"Hinatsuru, Maki, and Suma are my incomparably beautiful wives, Uzui Tengen! I only came to Momoyama seeking refuge thanks to Ryosuke's guidance!"

The air was deathly still for a few seconds.

Jigoro turned his gaze to Ryosuke, seemingly seeking confirmation.

Ryosuke nodded like a chick pecking at rice.

Jigoro then coughed a few times and bowed slightly to the three of them, along with Rika and Shota.

"Ahem...ahem! I see! I'm so sorry, young man, and the three ladies! This old man, Kuwajima Jigoro, on behalf of Momoyama, apologizes to you!"

Shota pouted and muttered to himself.

"It's his own fault for not explaining things clearly..."

Rika glanced at Ryosuke, her eyes filled with expectant anticipation.

Pear Blossom: (?﹏??) Staring—

Ryosuke nodded heavily.

Rika gave a silly laugh, let go of Ryosuke, and hid behind Jigoro somewhat embarrassedly.

The farce has subsided, and Taoshan is finally enjoying some peace and quiet.

Jigoro quietly reprimanded Ryosuke.

"Can't you be a little more assertive? Look at that handsome young man, he has three wives! Three!"

Unable to win the argument, Ryosuke could only force a smile and agree.

He quietly found a corner and added the 5 years of life he had saved up.

[5-year lifespan injection in progress, remaining lifespan: 338 days.]

[Thunderbolt Flash has reached the Lesser Mastery level, unlocking its advanced form: Six-Hit Combo!]

It's finally gotten longer and stronger!

Jigoro also began to explain the mission and history of the Demon Slayer Corps to Tengen Uzui.

Uzui Tengen also frankly revealed his background.

With four more people in the family, Hinatsuru and the others also helped with the cooking.

The food was served and instantly captivated everyone's senses.

Everyone praised it highly, and Shota even downed three large bowls in a row.

Faced with everyone's praise, Hina Tsuru simply smiled gently.

"Thank you for the compliment. Actually, when we ninjas carry out missions, we sometimes need to disguise ourselves to get close to the target. Poisoning is an essential means. In order to accurately control the dosage and cover up the odor, honing our cooking skills is the most basic thing."

The lively atmosphere at the dinner table instantly froze.

"Poisoning?!"

The fish that Shota was about to put in his mouth fell back into the bowl, and his expression froze.

Even Pear Blossom subconsciously glanced at the dishes in front of her.

Uzui Tengen was the first to laugh out loud, patting his forehead.

"Hinatsuru, let's not bring up such unglamorous details at a time like this! Look how scared you've made everyone!"

He picked up his glass and downed it in one gulp: "Eat up! Today's meal is absolutely gorgeous and delicious!"

His hearty laughter dispelled the chill.

Ryosuke smiled and spoke up to ease the awkwardness.

“Yes, I believe in Hua Li… Yu Sui.”

"I'm sorry to have startled everyone."

The young crane nodded slightly.

However, this also completely piqued the curiosity of Rika and the others.

“But ninjas! I thought they only existed in stories!” Rika exclaimed.

Shota chimed in, "No wonder he's so skilled."

Uzui Tengen and his wives chimed in with a few words, and the atmosphere became harmonious again.

The peach grove looked dreamlike under the moonlight.

On the wooden corridor outside the dojo, Uzui Tengen sat alone against the door frame, holding a sake bottle in his hand.

The daytime's glamorous extravagance settles down with the night.

A gentle breeze ruffled his silver hair, softening even the sharp angles of his face.

A series of very light footsteps sounded from behind.

Uzui Tengen didn't turn around, but simply handed another wine jug to the side.

Ryosuke sat down silently, took the sake bottle, and took a sip.

The two fell silent for a moment, with only the chirping of insects in the mountains and the faint sound of a stream in the distance.

A tiny cry broke the silence.

Several robust rats, wearing jeweled headbands, came strutting along, carrying plates and wine jugs larger than themselves.

The ninja rats placed the plate steadily in front of Uzui Tengen and began to flex their muscles, making squeaking noises in their throats to claim credit.

Uzui Tengen flicked their heads with his finger.

"You've worked hard, you gorgeous little guy."

The ninja rat immediately puffed out its chest triumphantly and scurried back into the shadows.

I have to say, my brother Hua Li is really rich.

Even the ninja rat's headdress is adorned with jewels.

However, these specially trained pets with intelligence are indeed very popular.

"A great partner."

Ryosuke looked in the direction they disappeared and said softly.

"Yes... a magnificent and reliable partner."

Yu Sui Tian Yuan responded and took a sip of wine.

Perhaps it was the alcohol making him drunk, but he couldn't help but laugh when he recalled the scene from earlier that day.

"Momoyama is very interesting."