"There's a way to turn a Demon back into a human!"
Tamayo's words exploded like thunder in Tanjirou's ears, making him tremble, and an expression of disbelief instantly erupted in his eyes.
"Re-really?! Ms. Tamayo! Is what you're saying true?! Is there really a way to turn Nezuko back into a human?!"
When he heard Ms. Tamayo's words, Tanjirou's overwhelming joy swept away his reason. He shot up from his seat, his voice trembling with immense hope.
Compared to Tanjirou's excitement, Lorne's reaction was more acute.
He noticed a fleeting hostility from Yushiro beside him and subtly reached out to press Tanjirou's shoulder, wanting him to calm down.
This was to prevent Tanjirou from being beaten up by Yushiro again for offending Ms. Tamayo.
"Please tell me!"
Tanjirou ignored Lorne's obstruction, his eyes burning with fervent pleading.
Tamayo was silent for a moment before speaking truthfully:
"No matter the injury or illness, there will always be medicine and a cure. Currently, there isn't a way to turn a Demon back into a human, but it will certainly..."
Seeing the light that had just ignited in Tanjirou's eyes dim by half, she continued:
"However, we want to finalize that cure, and for that, I have a favor to ask of you."
She paused, her expression serious.
"To create the cure, a lot of Demon blood needs to be investigated. There are two things I'd like to ask of you."
"What two things do you need done? No matter how difficult, I'll do them!"
Tanjirou said without hesitation.
Tamayo looked at Tanjirou with a hint of inquiry and said:
"The first is, please allow me to investigate your sister's blood; the second is, please try to collect blood from Demons with a high concentration of Kibutsuji's blood."
Yushiro grumbled unhappily from the side:
"Lady Tamayo, why are you telling them all this? They can't possibly accomplish these things!"
Seeing Tamayo's deep gaze turn towards him, Yushiro immediately shut up and returned to his obedient demeanor.
Once Yushiro had settled down, Tamayo looked at Nezuko beside her and said:
"Ms. Nezuko is currently in an extremely rare and special state. I heard you say she slept for two years, and it's likely her body changed during that time."
"Generally speaking, if a Demon hasn't eaten human flesh or animal meat for so long, they would undoubtedly become violent. But astonishingly, Ms. Nezuko doesn't show that symptom."
"This miracle will surely be key in the future!"
Hearing this, Lorne's mind still held some memories.
If he remembered correctly, Tanjirou's family had a deep connection with Yoriichi Tsugikuni, the legendary strongest Breathing Technique swordsman.
The earrings Tanjirou was wearing now belonged to Yoriichi Tsugikuni, and the "Dance of the Fire God" passed down through generations of the Kamado family was essentially the legendary original Sun Breathing Technique.
Moreover, Yoriichi Tsugikuni's wife's grave was in the mountains behind Tanjirou's house, and the Blue Spider Lily that Kibutsuji Muzan had always sought was nearby.
Kibutsuji Muzan's attack on the Kamado family might have been triggered by some information he obtained from there.
However, the Blue Spider Lily only bloomed briefly during the day, so Muzan was destined not to obtain it.
Nezuko, and even Tanjirou, were different. Besides the "Dance of the Fire God," they had both come into contact with the Blue Spider Lily.
This was probably the key to Nezuko's changes and her subsequent ability to overcome the sun.
At this moment, after giving Tanjirou some time to react, Tamayo continued:
"The second request will be very cruel. We need a large number of samples containing a high concentration of Kibutsuji Muzan's blood... And the closest to Muzan are his subordinates—the Twelve Kizuki."
"The Twelve Kizuki?"
Tanjirou didn't know much about this, so he was a bit confused.
"The Twelve Kizuki are the twelve strongest Demons under Muzan," Tamayo explained.
"The Twelve Kizuki, huh!" Lorne took over, "The Lower Ranks might be manageable, but the Upper Ranks... Ms. Tamayo, for hundreds of years, the Demon Slayer Corps' Hashira haven't even swayed an Upper Rank. That might be too difficult!"
Tamayo gave Lorne a deep look, then turned to Tanjirou and asked:
"Indeed, it won't be easy to obtain blood from those Demons. Even so, will you agree to this request?"
Tanjirou clenched his fists, looked up, and his crimson eyes were no longer confused, only resolute:
"If there's no other way, I'll do it. If this can create medicine, then not only Nezuko, but many more people can be saved!"
"I must get that blood! No matter how difficult!"
A determined flame burned in Tanjirou's eyes.
Yushiro sneered:
"Do you know how strong the Twelve Kizuki are? Throughout history, a Demon Slayer Corps member could become a Hashira by killing a Lower Rank, but the Upper Ranks have never been defeated for hundreds of years. What makes you think you can do it?"
But Tamayo looked at Tanjirou, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes:
"I feel your resolve. However, before that, you still need to become stronger."
Lorne quietly observed all of this from the side.
He knew the subsequent plot development and understood that the current Tanjirou was indeed too weak.
But Tamayo's appearance finally gave them a clear and visible goal, even if it was somewhat challenging for now.
"Ms. Tamayo, I have a question," Lorne began, "Since you were able to break free from Kibutsuji's curse, how much do you know about his abilities?"
Tamayo pondered for a moment:
"Kibutsuji's abilities... are very complex. My understanding of his abilities isn't comprehensive either. And he seems to be able to change his appearance at will, and he can also read thoughts, ascertain locations, and even control actions through his curse."
"If anyone harbors thoughts of betrayal or leaks information about him, the curse will immediately activate."
"Read thoughts... ascertain locations... control actions?"
Tanjirou looked worriedly at Nezuko.
"Don't worry," Tamayo shook her head, "Your sister's situation is very special. She seems to be naturally immune to Muzan's complete control. This might also be why she can maintain her sanity."
No sooner had she spoken than Lorne suddenly stood up, his gaze sharp as he looked out at the courtyard hidden by talismans.
"Brother Lorne?"
Tanjirou was a little surprised by Lorne's sudden movement.
Tamayo and Yushiro also instantly became alert, looking at Lorne.
Lorne didn't turn around, a cold arc forming on his lips.
Tamayo and Yushiro also reacted immediately, realizing that Lorne must have sensed something.
After all, Lorne still knew the original plot; Kibutsuji Muzan, having seen Tanjirou's earrings, would absolutely not let him go.
So after arriving here, Lorne had used his magic to sense the surroundings, and sure enough, Kibutsuji Muzan's pursuers had arrived!
He spoke in a low voice, his words echoing clearly in the quiet room:
"It seems our new guests have arrived."