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Chapter 675: Azure Netherflower, Wuzan's Ambition!
Chapter 675: Azure Netherflower, Wuzan's Ambition!
Currently, the Demon Slayer Corps has ten Pillars, and with Genyuu Tsugikado's vote, there are a total of eleven votes.
The absent Sound Pillar, Serpent Pillar, and Dawn Pillar also joined the meeting after Genyuu Tsugikado arrived in Asakusa.
Among them, the Stone Pillar, Wind Pillar, Sound Pillar, and Serpent Pillar agreed to the proposal of executing Mitokado Nezuko and the others.
On the other hand, the Yecheng, Water Pillar, Flame Pillar, Love Pillar, and Insect Pillar believed that Mitokado Nezuko and other Man-Eating Demons could coexist peacefully with humans.
The Dawn Pillar, Itsuki Munenao, was completely clueless and thus abstained.
In other words, Genyuu Tsugikado's vote directly determined the final decision. If he sided with the Wind Pillar, the vote would be a tie, and both sides would likely negotiate further.
But if he sided with Mitokado Nezuko, the matter would be settled, and her existence would be recognized by the Demon Slayer Corps, no longer needing to hide.
"I have always believed that both humans and Man-Eating Demons possess a dual nature.
Some are born human but have hearts like evil spirits, while others, even after falling into demonhood, retain their human hearts.
In the Battle of Asakusa, Tanjiro Kamado and his sister made significant contributions. It would be unreasonable and disheartening to the Demon Slayer Corps to execute such meritorious individuals.
And seeing them as siblings, I also hope to witness the future they envision."
Undoubtedly, when Genyuu Tsugikado spoke these words, the crowd understood his decision.
Even the proud Fusui Enmitsu had no choice but to reluctantly accept the decision of his lord, Genyuu Tsugikado.
The meeting of the Pillars was fair, and even though he didn't believe in the coexistence of humans and Man-Eating Demons, he had no choice but to accept the outcome.
While the Demon Slayer Corps was holding the meeting, the severely injured Gyutaro Kurumado escaped back to Infinite City.
Fearing that Yecheng's perception abilities could track him, he fled directly to Infinite City, which existed in a different space.
Infinite City was controlled by Gyutaro Kurumado's close attendant, Ningnu. When Gyutaro Kurumado returned, Ningnu sensed his arrival.
Despite her usually stoic demeanor, she couldn't help but be surprised at the sight of Gyutaro Kurumado's miserable state on the throne.
She had known Gyutaro Kurumado for many years, but she had never seen him in such a pitiful state.
"Notify all Twelve Moon Ghosts to go out and prey during this period, then gather all humans together and use your abilities to send them to Infinite City."
If possible, Gyutaro Kurumado truly didn't want to expose Infinite City, as it was his last hiding place.
However, in his current physical state, he needed to obtain enough blood food immediately, or he wouldn't be able to suppress his injuries.
The wounds left by Kei Ken Eiji years ago had never fully healed, and now Yecheng had inflicted even more severe injuries.
If it weren't for his advancements in the art of survival over the years, he might not have made it back this time.
Going out to find food himself was out of the question, as it was too dangerous.
If Yecheng sensed his presence again, he might not escape this time.
To recover quickly, Gyutaro Kurumado had no choice but to use his pawns, convening a meeting of the Twelve Moon Ghosts to have them collect blood food for him.
If it were the Gyutaro Kurumado of the past, he might have chosen to hide in Infinite City, just as he had done hundreds of years ago when Kei Ken Eiji's life came to an end.
Gyutaro Kurumado had a compelling reason to fight this time.
After all these years, he had finally found the "Azure Netherflower"!
Over a thousand years ago, Gyutaro Kurumado was once an ordinary human, but the young man suffered from an incurable disease.
A kind doctor prescribed a remedy, but due to the side effects, Gyutaro Kurumado mistakenly believed his condition had worsened, and in a fit of rage, he killed the doctor.
However, after killing the doctor, Gyutaro Kurumado discovered he had become an immortal monster, not only fearing sunlight but also craving human flesh and blood.
Gyutaro Kurumado felt ashamed of these inhuman acts and had been searching for the "Azure Netherflower" mentioned in the prescription.
Gyutaro Kurumado not only wanted immortality but also desired to eat normal food and bathe in the sunlight.
To find this unheard-of plant, Gyutaro Kurumado began using his blood to create man-eating demons as subordinates to aid in his search and annihilate the Demon Slayer Corps, his enemies.
After a thousand years of longing, when he encountered Night City today, he finally saw the so-called "Azure Netherflower."
This explained why Gyutaro Kurumado felt both fearful and delighted upon seeing Night City's Spirit Mark.
His fear stemmed from Night City's strength, worrying that he might be killed.
But the delight was because, after so many years, Gyutaro Kurumado had finally found what he had been longing for.
Gyutaro Kurumado believed that the "Azure Netherflower" must refer to Night City's head.
By using Night City's head as a catalyst, he could create an antidote to overcome his fear of sunlight and his desire to devour human flesh and blood.
Night City's unique physique, distinct from other Demon Slayers, further convinced Gyutaro Kurumado of this fact.
Although he feared Night City, Gyutaro Kurumado was unwilling to give up easily.
After spending a thousand years searching for the "Azure Netherflower," it would be strange for him to give up now.
He was determined to obtain Night City's head, but a direct assault was out of the question. So, Gyutaro Kurumado planned to start laying out his strategy.
First, while recovering from his injuries, he would eliminate as many of the Demon Slayer Corps' annoying flies as possible.
After the battle with Night City, Gyutaro Kurumado also gathered some intelligence about his opponent.
Although Night City might be powerful, Gyutaro Kurumado could create an infinite number of demons, and even if it meant overwhelming him with numbers, he could still defeat Night City!
He might not stand much of a chance alone, but what if he had the support of the other Waning Gibbous Moons? Of course, the Demon Slayer Corps also had their Pillars, so to achieve his goal, he would have to eliminate those Pillars first!
Soon, under Gyutaro Kurumado's command, the current Twelve Moon Ghosts gathered in Infinite City.
When they learned that Gyutaro Kurumado ordered them to capture humans and attack the Demon Slayer Corps, the Moon Ghosts, except for a few battle-crazed individuals, remained silent.
Some, like Lower Moon One, Lower Moon Three, and Lower Moon Four, even pleaded for greater power or showed fear of battle, only to be instantly killed by Gyutaro Kurumado.
Witnessing the swift demise of the three Lower Moons, the other Lower Moons felt a chill, while the Waning Gibbous Moons appeared unperturbed.
Although they shared the title of "Twelve Moon Ghosts," the Lower Moons and Waning Gibbous Moons were worlds apart in terms of strength.
(End of Chapter)
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