Chapter 209: DDDS: Chapter 209
"Water Breathing, First Form, Water Surface Slash!"
Tanjiro, descending from the high ground, unleashed Water Surface Slash on the {female demon} sitting on the rock. Water splashed from his blade.
"I'm going to die! Think of something! Quickly!" The terrified {demon}'s mind raced.
"But if I die, I'll be free…" Amidst her racing thoughts and emotions, she found acceptance of death.
She opened her arms to Tanjiro's attack and closed her eyes.
Her face showed no fear, only a strange serenity. The joy on her face hinted at a life of profound despair.
Tanjiro, surprised by her change, altered his technique to Water Breathing, Fifth Form, Blessed Rain After the Drought.
[Water Breathing, Fifth Form, Blessed Rain After the Drought]
This technique doesn't rely on muscular force; its power comes from the water's rhythmic flow on the blade. The angle is different from Surface Slash, with a slight incline.
Lacking explosive power, it's not the most practical of the ten forms.
However, Blessed Rain After the Drought has a unique characteristic: it causes no pain. While often considered less useful, Tanjiro's compassion led him to use it. Other Water Breathing users likely wouldn't be so considerate.
The change in technique made the cut exceptionally gentle. Water splashed onto the {demon}'s neck.
As Tanjiro's foot landed, his blade completed the cut. Tiny raindrops fell, as if it were raining.
The raindrops on her face brought a long-lost warmth, as if her life had been for this moment.
Her head fell back. She died with a serene smile, finally at peace. Her body, remaining seated, slowly turned to ash.
Tanjiro sheathed his blade. Before the body completely vanished, he used Yushiro's blood collection tool to extract blood.
Tanjiro felt a mix of emotions. He didn't understand her acceptance of death, but he felt the emotion she expressed—a blend of sadness and relief—difficult to put into words.
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