Demon Slayer: Start With Heroic Spirit Legacy System

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Hey everyone, it's your newbie translator here! I've changed my mind about stopping the translation of this fanfic, and I'll be continuing it (it's around 450 chapters, I think).

Just to clarify a couple of things:

The timeline in this story is a bit all over the place.

And unlike in the anime, breathing techniques here can actually generate elements like fire or thunder!

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Today, Uzui Tengen decided he had to step in and teach these juniors a lesson!

The title of "Hashira" was something every Demon Slayer Corps member should take pride in!

How could one casually refuse it over some kind of petty romance?

As someone with three wives, he could immediately tell there was something unusual between the two.

Uzui Tengen pointed directly at Zhou Yi. "You there, standing next to Makomo! Yes, you! Stop looking around, I'm talking about you!"

"Me?" Zhou Yi looked at Uzui Tengen, baffled by why he seemed so angry.

Makomo rejecting the Master's suggestion was probably a misunderstanding. It would be clarified soon enough.

"Yes, you!"

"Tengen, don't rush. Let me finish first," Ubuyashiki Kagaya gently stopped the impulsive Uzui Tengen.

"Yes, Master," Uzui replied immediately.

Pfft!

Seeing the suddenly obedient Sound Hashira, Zhou Yi couldn't hold back and burst out laughing.

"What are you laughing at?!"

"N-no, I'm not laughing."

"Don't deny it! Your smile's practically reaching the sky!"

"Sorry... I just couldn't hold it in."

"Hahaha!"

Imagine an extremely narcissistic, prideful person suddenly turning into a meek little kitten—that's exactly how Uzui Tengen seemed to Zhou Yi.

"Alright, Zhou Yi," Kagaya said with a hint of helplessness, as though he'd already guessed why Zhou Yi found it so funny. "Tengen has a straightforward personality, so don't take it to heart."

"Of course, I understand. After all, with skilled swordsmen, you can often gauge someone's personality with just a glance."

"Of course, using two swords is no exception."

 Zhou Yi added a perfect sentence.

 "Hmph, even if you praise me, it won't change my opinion of you! Let me hear what my lord says first!" Uzui Tengen turned his proud head away and snorted coldly.

 The farce was settled, and Ubuyashiki Kagaya spoke again:

 "It's my fault for talking about this. The reason why I talked about Makomo's promotion first is because the things I will said later are more shocking."

 Isn't the first thing shocking enough?

 Uzui Tengen glanced at Zhou Yi furtively a few times.

 "Could it be that this guy also has such strength? Or even stronger?"

 Uzui Tengen immediately ruled out this idea.

 "Impossible! Absolutely impossible!"

 On the contrary, the other two Hashiras on the side were more confident in their judgment.

 "You don't have to refuse so quickly, why don't you listen to what I have to say next."

"Hmm."

"Zhou Yi, age 12, became a disciple of Master Urokodaki half a month ago and graduated in just one day."

Hmph, who knows how much he actually learned! Even Master Urokodaki could make mistakes in judgment!

This was Uzui Tengen's last bit of stubbornness.

"During the Final Selection, Zhou Yi killed hundreds of demons and eliminated the Hand Demon, who had been lurking for a long time and had devoured over forty people."

Hearing this, Kagaya Ubuyashiki's expression became somewhat sorrowful.

So it's this guy!

Uzui Tengen had heard about this as well. The Flame Hashira had even set aside his tasks for this matter, and the Stone Hashira had come to assist, capturing many weaker demons to make up the numbers.

"Alright, I'll admit it. You've got some skill, and I was indeed a bit rash. My apologies."

The Sound Hashira's attitude did a complete 180. At the end of the day, he had just been standing up for Makomo, not expecting this pair to be so compatible—practically a match made in heaven.

Admitting fault wasn't a big deal!

Besides, Uzui had already held respect for this swordsman who had torn through Mount Fujikasane.

"No need for formality, Senior. You were only acting out of concern." Zhou Yi responded casually, not pressing the matter.

"A few days ago, the Kasugai Crow reported that Zhou Yi killed Lower Moon while traveling to Hachijōjima Island. On his way to assist Makomo, he killed another Lower Moon demon."

What the—!

Even the Stone Hashira Gyōmei Himejima and Flame Hashira Shinjurō Rengoku, who were prepared for surprises, were caught off guard.

One mission round trip, and two Lower Moon demons were eliminated?

If this continued, wouldn't the Twelve Kizuki be wiped out after just a few more trips?

It was almost unbelievable.

"Lord, is this information reliable?" Uzui Tengen hesitated for a long time before breaking tradition and asking Ubuyashiki to confirm the truth.

"There were indeed some details I didn't mention," Ubuyashiki said thoughtfully.

I knew it! Even minor details are crucial! Uzui thought.

"Along the way, Zhou Yi also killed ten other demons. Compared to the Lower Moon demons, they didn't seem worth mentioning, so I overlooked them. My mistake!"

What?

So it's accurate after all!

"Haha, not only are you good-looking, but your strength is also impressive!" Uzui Tengen almost walked over to pat Zhou Yi's shoulder. "I knew from the first glance you were capable!"

"It's nothing extraordinary. I just happened to encounter them and took care of them," Zhou Yi responded humbly, as always.

Listen to this! Is this even something a human would say?

Uzui Tengen's mouth twitched, unsure how to respond.

"I... I admit, in some areas, you're indeed more flamboyant..."

"Amitabha, those two demons did meet rather tragic ends..."

"Excellent! I can feel your passion!"

After a moment, Kagaya Ubuyashiki announced his final decision.

"It seems everyone acknowledges your capabilities. I hereby promote Zhou Yi to Water Hashira. I trust no one has any objections."

It was a perfect decision! Zhou Yi was already a disciple of the former Water Hashira Urokodaki, and his strength was exceptional.

No one objected; everyone agreed unanimously.

Kagaya Ubuyashiki looked at Zhou Yi. "Zhou Yi, do you have any objections?"

"It is my honor," Zhou Yi replied calmly, then glanced at Makomo beside him.

"Ice Hashira Makomo, are you still hesitant to accept your promotion?"

"I am deeply honored and will not refuse!" Makomo said, her voice trembling with emotion.

Thus, a misunderstanding was resolved.

"With the promotions settled, we shall now formally begin the Hashira meeting."