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

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Ryosuke couldn't help but imagine Kagaya wearing a gorgeous women's kimono and with his hair styled in a girl's bun.

It’s so exciting!

I never imagined you were like this, Yaozai!

Ryosuke couldn't hold back for a moment, and the corner of his mouth twitched uncontrollably.

Amane seemed to see through Ryosuke's wildly imaginative ideas.

Instead of being displeased, she covered her mouth and chuckled.

"Mr. Ryosuke, you seem quite interested in Kagaya's childhood attire?"

Ryosuke waved his hand repeatedly.

How could I presume to guess about my boss's childhood?

I simply admire it!

"No, no! Madam, don't talk nonsense."

Tianyin's smile deepened, and she spoke softly in a voice only the two of them could hear:

"Want to see it?"

Ryosuke's pupils contracted sharply: "Is...is there?"

A portrait? A record? No way!

Tianyin nodded, her tone still gentle and calm.

"Yes, there are portraits preserved."

Ryosuke: "!!!!!!"

But thinking about it, it makes sense. When the two first met, Kagaya was 13 years old and Amane was 17.

It's definitely a relationship between an older woman and a younger man!

The affairs of the Ubuyashiki family were naturally handled by Amane.

It's not surprising that she's seen these things before.

"Ahem... Well, actually I don't really want to see it either."

"Since Madam insists, then I will reluctantly... appreciate it."

"Yes! Let's take a look!"

Amane nodded, giving Ryosuke a knowing look.

It means we'll talk about it after I'm done with my work.

Many of the disciples who were taking the test were taken aback to see the two chatting so happily.

Naoki Asada scratched his head, utterly puzzled.

"Isn't it said that Lady Amane has a rather aloof personality? How come she's chatting so happily with Mr. Naruhashi?"

"You don't know that."

Another disciple from Luanfeng Mountain Stream smiled mysteriously and spoke.

"My brother and the current Wind Pillar, Sanemi Shinazugawa, are from the same class."

"I heard that Lord Naruhashi saved his family and has a good relationship with the lady from Shinazugawa."

"Many people say that our current Mingzhu is a friend to married women."

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"Friends of wives?"

Asada Naoki and his other disciples exchanged bewildered glances.

No, is that right?

Is that what I understand?

"Shh! Keep your voice down!"

Those disciples who knew the situation quickly lowered their voices.

"What I mean is that Lord Naruhashi is very good at dealing with... uh, mature ladies, and he gets along with them quite well."

“Look at Madam Amane, she’s usually so aloof and dignified, but now she’s chatting happily with Mr. Mingzhu.”

"What does this show? It shows that Mr. Naruhashi has great personal charisma!"

The disciples nodded as if they understood, and looked at Ryosuke with a strange kind of admiration.

A moment later, the final assessment began as scheduled.

The crowd in front of the shrine gradually thinned out.

Amane nodded and smiled at Ryosuke, signaling him to follow.

Ryosuke followed behind.

Passing through a lush wisteria grove, the view suddenly opens up, revealing a tranquil courtyard.

This is a temporary resting place for the Ubuyashiki family; it will only be used during the final assessment.

Tenon gave Hina and Teruya a few instructions.

After the two children bowed, they left one after the other, leaving only the two of them.

Tianyin rummaged through the closet for a while.

A well-preserved, thick picture book was taken out.

“Mr. Ryosuke, please take a look.”

Ryosuke took a deep breath and accepted it.

Good heavens, it wasn't just one sheet, it was a whole set!

The style of the album leans towards realism, with delicate lines and soft colors.

In the first few pages, Kagaya is depicted as being quite young, around seven or eight years old.

He was dressed in an exquisite women's kimono, its waist-length black fabric tied with a simple hairband.

Compared to Hina and Kiriya's aloofness, he is more gentle and graceful, a perfect example of a quiet and refined young lady next door.

This completely overturned Ryosuke's understanding.

After all, this is a secret that wasn't even mentioned in the original work!

As the pages turn, Kagaya grows up, his figure lengthens, and his gentle temperament becomes more and more apparent.

Holding the path his boss had taken, Ryosuke's feelings were somewhat complicated.

In his previous life, he would have been extremely worried and afraid that he had ever had a job.

But now...

That was fucking exciting!

Tianyin lightly touched a portrait of an older person.

"When we first met, Kagaya looked just like this, but..."

Tianyin smiled and said, "Not long after, he changed into men's clothing."

Ryosuke could imagine the discomfort Kagaya felt when he first put on men's clothing and the psychological pressure he felt when he met Amane.

After all, he was only 13 years old at the time, still a child.

Tianyin was already 17 years old and a graceful young woman.

"The duty of the priests is to assist the head of the Ubuyashiki family in delaying the curse."

Amane's voice pulled Ryosuke back from his reverie.

"The purpose of that meeting was to get engaged."

She paused, her gaze softening.

“Yaozai also told me at the time that if I was unwilling, he would make it clear to his family to cancel the engagement. He said I didn’t need to be bound by family identity and responsibility.”

Ryosuke was quite surprised to hear this.

After all, this is not just a marriage alliance, but a matter concerning Kagaya's life and the continuation of the entire Ubuyashiki family.

Despite such pressure, he was able to say that he respected Tianyin's personal wishes.

In other words, Yojae respects everyone.

Regardless of their social status or strength.

He had compassion for life, trusted his companions, and had high hopes for the younger generation.

His boss possessed a kind of divinity.

A desire to protect the beautiful things in the world, as gentle as spring.

However, when faced with extreme evil, he can also show an extremely ruthless and decisive side.

To end this thousand-year-old fate, he didn't hesitate to use himself as bait.

In the original story, Kagaya was already terminally ill before the final battle in the Infinity Castle.

The scumbag boss Muzan abandoned his greatest strength—not being reckless against the odds—and exploited his greatest weakness—being able to take advantage of favorable circumstances.

Ultimately, thanks to Kagaya's meticulous planning, a scene reminiscent of Patrick Star unfolded, and the scumbag boss Muzan was blown up into a scarecrow.

Kagaya's death ignited the fighting spirit and fury of the entire Demon Slayer Corps, laying the foundation for victory in the final battle.

Amane and her two eldest children, Hina and Hinata, bravely faced death alongside Kagaya, with none of them backing down.

From their family engagement, to their unwavering loyalty and support, and finally to their shared death in the afterlife.

This sincere and profound sentiment is deeply moving.