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Chapter 59 Thousand Streams! Binding Chains!
Ryosuke's eyes lit up; this was even faster than he had expected!
Having capital backing makes all the difference!
"I understand. Thank you for conveying the message, Mr. Fengzhu."
After delivering the official message, Shimada Tsuyoshi looked at Ryosuke and finally couldn't help but ask with some curiosity.
"Speaking of the Thunder Pillar, your Thunderclap seems to be slightly different from what Mr. Kuwashima described; its power and speed seem to be stronger."
Ryosuke sighed, "I can't exactly tell you that I'm cheating, can I?"
He thought for a moment and gave a vague reply.
"Sir, you flatter me. I have only gained some insights."
"Mingzhu, you are too modest."
Shimada waved his hand: "Your 'slight insight' is something that many people would struggle to achieve even after years of hard work."
Ryosuke simply smiled and didn't say anything more.
Over-interpreting can seem contrived.
Shimada's gaze swept over Ryosuke's Nichirin Blade, and he suddenly remembered something.
"By the way, Mingzhu, I noticed that your blade was a little stiff when you were slaying the demon just now, and the edge of the blade was also a little dull. Haven't you taken the time to go to the sword-making village for maintenance and reforging yet?"
Reminded by him, Ryosuke paused slightly and drew his Nichirin Blade halfway out.
The white blade gleamed with a subtle light, but upon closer inspection, there were several small nicks on the blade near the guard.
The overall luster of the blade is not as pure and bright as it was when I first got it.
This day-wheeled sword has been with me ever since the final assessment; it has truly served me well.
Cars need annual inspections and maintenance, let alone the tools of our trade...
Ryosuke muttered to himself, then nodded: "Mr. Kazehachi's observations are very keen; it's definitely time to go."
"I am fairly familiar with several of the masters in the knife-forging village."
Shimada asked enthusiastically, "Which swordsmith are you in charge of?"
"Iron Mound Fire".
Upon hearing this name, Shimada Tsuyoshi's expression became somewhat complicated.
He subconsciously touched his chin, as if recalling some unpleasant experience.
Shimada was silent for a moment, then spoke tentatively.
"Uh... Steel Tomb... should I put in a good word for you and find a more... uh, more peaceful swordsmith?"
It seems that Shimada Tsuyoshi was also someone who was tormented by the Steel Mound!
Ryosuke shook his head with a wry smile.
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Kazehachi, but it's not necessary. Apart from being a bit too demanding and obsessed with swords, Mr. Hidezuka has no other flaws. I trust his skills."
"Alright, since you insist."
Shimada stopped trying to persuade him and instead said something.
"The village of sword forging is a tranquil place. In addition to being a place for sword forging, the village also has natural hot springs that can soothe the meridians and are very beneficial for restoring physical strength and building a strong physique."
"If you want to hone your sword skills in peace, that is also an excellent place."
Ryosuke's heart moved.
He certainly knew about the hot springs; after all, he still vividly remembered the scene in the original work where Kanroji Mitsuri dribbled a ball and bumped into someone.
The second half of Shimada Tsuyoshi's statement likely refers to Yoriichi Type 0.
The six-armed puppet modeled after Yoriichi Tsugikuni, the strongest overpowered character in the original work, is also an excellent sparring partner.
"Thank you for informing me, Mr. Fengzhu."
After parting ways with Shimada Go, Ryosuke opened the system panel and started allocating skill points on his way to find Hidden.
Adhering to the principle of using war to sustain war, Ryosuke put all the achievements of this period into the Third Form: Gathering Dragons into Thunder.
[20 years and 55 days of lifespan injected, remaining lifespan: 101 days.]
[Thunder Breathing, Third Form: Gathering Mosquitoes into Thunder – This has reached its pinnacle!]
[Unlock special advanced form: Swarming Mosquitoes into Thunder - Thousand Streams!]
[Unlock special advanced form: Swarming Mosquitoes into Thunder - Binding Chains!]
Thus, Ryosuke Raiho's first three sword techniques were all maxed out.
The Fourth Form: Far Thunder requires a full 30 years to fully upgrade.
The goal is far away, so we'll have to accumulate stock slowly!
Ryosuke sighed, then looked at the advanced form of the swarming mosquitoes that had become thunder.
As the name suggests, Qianliu means to amplify the damage and range of a swarm of mosquitoes forming a thunderclap.
Ryosuke frowned, and after much difficulty, he found a small bread roll and drew his knife to fight.
The dense lightning strikes resembled a spider web, completely covering an area several meters in front of them.
The lightning current did not disappear as before; instead, it continued to surge and crackle.
The evil spirit screamed and its body stiffened as it was electrocuted, before it collapsed heavily to the ground and turned to ashes.
Ryosuke's lifespan will be increased by 10 days.
"Frog Fun! It has a control skill that deals continuous damage?!"
This is simply an amazing skill in the park!
During this period, he fought tirelessly, and his internal fighting spirit also solidified considerably through actual combat.
Even now, as he stands there, he exudes an aura of oppression.
Ryosuke was in a good mood and, after finding Hidden, expressed his intention to go to the sword-forging village.
Swordsmith Village, as one of the most important logistical hubs of the Demon Slayer Corps, is located in an extremely secretive position.
Anyone going there must have their eyes covered and ears sealed to completely cut off all external information.
Subsequently, several members of the hidden team took turns carrying it to ensure that no one could deduce the village's exact location based on their own senses.
After an unknown amount of time, when the blindfold and earplugs were removed, the view suddenly opened up.
A faint smell of charcoal filled the air.
The sound of blacksmithing echoed continuously from afar, clanging and banging, one after another.
The village is filled with neat houses and a babbling brook, resembling a paradise on earth.
With Yin's introduction, Ryosuke soon met the village chief of the sword-forging village.
The short, lecherous old man, Tetsuji Kawara Tetsujin, wore a fire-man mask.
In the original story, he was also someone who was saved by Kanroji Mitsuri hitting him with a large ball.
"You're the newly appointed Shogun, Ryosuke Yasui?"
"Yes, please excuse me."
Ryosuke presented the Nichirin Blade.
Tetsuji Kawara Tetsujin took the sword, drew it from its sheath, and examined it for a moment.
"Hmm, the blade is badly worn and needs some maintenance. Come with me, I'll take you to see Ying."
Ryosuke nodded, and the two set off immediately.
As you pass through the buildings and get closer to the forge, the temperature rises.
Inside the workshop, Steel Tomb was intently hammering Tamahagane, sparks flying everywhere.
"Steel Tomb!"
Tie Diheyuan Tie Zhen shouted.
The hammering stopped abruptly.
Steelzuka looked up and saw Ryosuke, his gaze instantly falling on the Nichirin Blade in Ryosuke's hand.
In a flash, Steelzuka rushed over and snatched the Nichirin Blade from Ryosuke's hand.
The blade was completely pulled out.
For the next few seconds, the air seemed to freeze.
Steel Mound's body trembled, and Fire Man's mask spewed out large amounts of steam.
"Yasui Ryosuke!!!"
Hideki Tsukasa suddenly turned her head and poked Ryosuke's head with her finger at a speed almost imperceptible to the naked eye!
"You bastard, how do you even use a knife?!"
"Worn blade! Scratches on the blade! Loose handle! Did you use it to chop wood or cut rocks?!"
"Do you think you're worthy of this sword that I poured my heart and soul into forging?!"
"Huh?! Speak up! How dare you!!!"
Chapter 60: You're not a buddy, you're a human being!
A barrage of angry roars erupted.
Ryosuke could only offer a helpless, bitter smile and apologize.
"I'm so sorry, Mr. Hidezuka! The battle was intense, and I couldn't control myself for a moment..."
"Shut up! Don't make excuses! Bastard! Idiot! Blockhead!"
Ironclad Hotaru wouldn't listen to any explanations, and her anger only intensified.