Chapter 213 - Mitsuris Revenge (2/2)
Nik commented softly as Shinobu giggled and continued walking along the streets aimlessly. The lunch was a quick one and so, the day was still bright as Nik accompanied Shinobu. Of course, during such moments of being in company with such a beautiful lady, Nik held no thoughts of training. And even now, he kept his thoughts relaxed without controlling a single strand of gravity. Shinobu is the kind of girl whose presence demanded attention, and Nik wasn't going to ruin that image while secretly performing his own training.
”Wouldn't it be better... if demons and humans could coexist.” Shinobu suddenly spoke up.
”I mean, I understand that humans are no different than demons. We eat animals, demons eat humans. It is simply survival. If it was simply for survival, we could have just offered our criminals.
And the previous generation of emperors tried that very deal again and again. But—”
”But that kind of thinking would kill us... you, me and everyone.”
Nik interrupted softly, ”Does a chicken qualify to negotiate with humans? We eat it. Simple. The same is true for demons.”
”But—”
”But humans have always remained in control. Now that another intelligent life-form threatens the existence of humans... we comfortably think that we are still in the position to negotiate.”
Nik smiled widely as Shinobu's smile slowly faded into a mask of impassiveness.
”Then why did you save Nezuko? And Yuriko? Don't they threaten our existence?”
”I think, you misunderstood me.”
Nik finally stepped right next to Shinobu and let his hand brush back her purple-tinged hair as his face grew closer and closer to her's until she slightly leaned backwards.
”The problem isn't the threat the demons represent. The main root of the problem is that Humanity's right to sit as the best predator is doubtful.”
Nik let his thumb trace her cheeks before grinning.
”What I am trying to say is, Honey, I know that behind that facade of beautiful smiles hides a lovely lady that wishes to free herself from the destiny of the demon slayers.” Saying so, Nik leaned forward and softly kissed Shinobu's ear and whispered, ”And even though it isn't even more than 24 hours since our meeting, I can just feel this from your actions.”
”You know nothing of me!”
Shinobu finally took a step back and hissed dangerously as Nik slowly grew calm and matched her gaze. Muzan, Demons, death, life, Nik did not care for such sophisticated matters. He understood a woman's happiness and his own happiness. Only by living, laughing, crying and even loving on his own accord could Nik become happy. No therapy was needed to emphasise this fact.
”I know nothing of you? Sorry, but I do understand a little about you.”
Nik smiled warmly, his gentle expression seemed to match a figure that Shinobu recalled out of a sudden and she instantly turned her heels.
”Whatever. We leave now.”
She stated plainly and stepped towards her mansion as Nik followed silently and looked at the various men and women and silently observed their distinct life-force signature. The situation continued until they left the border while the sun finally started to set, leaving the sky in vermilion hue.
”You know what, Shinobu. I'll take you up on your offer.”
Nik spoke as he stepped into her estate and finally walked up to match Shinobu's pace and walk by her side.
”Please, would you host a drink for me tonight.”
His request remained unheard and she turned her heels to the opposite direction before disappearing away.
”Till then, cry your hearts out.” Nik shrugged and moved towards the boisterous ward where Aoi had a hard time dealing with Zenitsu as he continued leeching over her while Tanjiro and the cute trio tried to stop them with a calm Brian as a spectator, who only showed a change in his expression when Nik entered the ward with a huge smile.
Gazing at Zenitsu, Nik parted his lips and spoke the words that would give him nightmares tonight.
”I am having a sleepover tonight, guys. Please take care of me.”
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Alternative Title: Mitsuri is in Trouble
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Character Introduced— Mitsuri Kanroji