Chapter 167 - Break (1/2)

Slowly, Nik's routine finally took shape in the form of rest and training with a major proportion of his day spent with Shigure and Shizuka, for Lisa Lisa had already left the mansion after the first three days to find more clues about the 12 Moon Demons that operated directly under Muzan's command.

After Lisa Lisa's departure, Shizuka took over his training to develop his control over Hamon and Shigure finally took the chance to impart the forms of Breath of Wind and also started sparring with him based solely on the use of Breath of Wind, allowing Nik to accumulate proficiency in the technique.

The process was a slow one and no major accomplishments were achieved, after all, only three days had passed and honestly, Nik wasn't a training maniac. The point to be noted would be that Nik felt his own physique enhancing after utilising the Breath of Water to feed on Hamon enriched meals.

Evidently, a breakthrough in his stats was nearing once again, but even with the feeling of daily improvement, Nik did not lose sight of his priorities.

Yes, the moment Lisa Lisa went out, Nik took the chance to explore the mansion and after manipulating Shizuka's thoughts a bit, he finally learnt the information about the pillars of the Demon-Slaying Corps.

Just like the twelve moon demons under Muzan, the Demon-Slaying corps had its own group of elites that held the ability to fight and repel the weaker of the twelve demons individually and even face-off with the stronger ones if the conditions are suitable.

Of course, the demon-slaying corps still had true powerhouses within the scant few cultivators under the name of the organisation.

Surprisingly, Shizuka's junior also happened to be a pillar that formed a new branch of breathing technique— The Breath of Steel.

And that led Nik to finally uncover the path to overcome his hurdles and reach his desired objective— Custom Breathing Techniques!

And Shizuka's casual nod of approval filled Nik with excitement as he could only imagine the various forms under the plausible breath of— Gravity, Purity Lightning and Light!

Of course, Shizuka's subsequent remark of creating a completely new breathing form being matter of luck more than hard work did little to dampen his excitement as Nik gave his all to attain a better control over his Hamon Energy and of course, during his free time, Nik once again started training in Gravity Bending to slowly familiarise with the art of manipulating the gravity itself.

And then, when the sun finally settled and left the open sky under the light of the cold, lonely moon, Nik finally accommodated Shigure's nuzzling head over his laps, her untied raven hair spreading over the fall while Shizuka would more than often peek at the couple's show of public affection before placing another piece of the roasted dish.

”Here, say, aaah~”

Nik smirked while matching Shigure's indignant gaze who refused to open her mouth no matter what.

”I promised to... feed you...”

She muttered while Nik ate the treat and once again brought the side dish towards himself and shrugging.

”That's not fair. You have been taking care for me... in various ways—” As Shizuka's blush only grew, Nik continued before leaning down and pecking on Shigure's sweet nose while smiling warmly.

”You should know that I love to spoil my princesses.”

A small smile touched Shigure's lips as her arms dangled forth and brushed Nik's hair away before nodding with a touch of crimson on her cheeks as she whispered.

”Then... come with me... tomorrow...”

”Sure thing.” Nik didn't even ask the location. He, for once, even with all the beauties in the mansion, wished to leave and take a short break before returning to his routine.

”Gah! Bring me some wine!!!”

Shizuka shouted when witnessing the sight and glared at the servant bringing the stream of dishes before a single bottle was brought forward by one of the prepared servants.

No cups were used as Shizuka uncovered the jade jar and immediately drank the contents directly from the source before glaring indignantly at Nik and Shigure.

”And you both! Enough with the sweetness, already! What the hell?!

You want to fuck like animals and coo like love birds?! Not on my watch!!!!”

Her face remained flush with unidentified reasons— was it the alcohol? The embarrassment? Or anger and jealousy?

While Shigure's most basic instincts of a woman rang glaring alarms, Nik kept stroking the top of Shigure's head and nodded.