Perhaps out of curiosity about Tanjiro, after her conversation with Kaito, Shinobu decided to teach him Water Breathing.
She also asked Tanjiro to demonstrate the Hinokami Kagura dance.
Even if she couldn't use it, she could memorize it and pass it on to the other Hashira.
The Stone Hashira, Flame Hashira, Wind Hashira, and Sound Hashira could really try. After all, Kaito had told her the basic requirement was a strong body.
"So, what did you and Shinobu talk about alone?"
Back in the tea room, Sayuri immediately sidled up to him, nudging his waist with a teasing, knowing look.
"Tomorrow, I'm taking Tanjiro to the Demon Slayer Corps' headquarters. I also want to see if I can find a Demon with a special ability. I want to take that ability."
"Oh, I see... but I have a feeling you have other motives?"
"Hehehe, those who know, know. If you don't, don't ask. Drink your tea, drink your tea~"
Kaito's face didn't even redden. So what if Sayuri had seen through him?
Could she engage in some thrilling palace intrigue behind his back?
No way. Even if they banded together, it was uncertain they could overcome Kaito.
If one of them won, could she withstand the pressure?
She couldn't.
It was very unlikely~
So, Sayuri could only pout helplessly. Glancing at Misuzu, who was smiling cheerfully, she felt a surge of frustration.
'Heh, laugh, keep laughing.'
'I'm looking forward to how desperate you'll be when you face Kaito!'
'I'll let you gloat for now! You'll have your day!'
"Kaito, are you going to the Demon Slayer Corps' headquarters tomorrow?"
Kie sat beside Kaito, refilling his tea, and asked with concern.
"Yes. So, tomorrow, you can entertain Misuzu and the others. You can take them to any tourist spots nearby."
"How many days will you be gone?"
"That... I'm not sure. It depends on whether I can find my target. If I can, I'll be back quickly. If not, I might have to search all over Japan."
"Th-That's the case... Then, if you don't mind, I'll make you a lunch box tomorrow!"
The proper term would be "donburi" or similar.
Yes, the kind of rice bowl dish with toppings.
But using her modern knowledge, Kie used the term "bento box" to explain.
"Sure, thanks."
"Don't mention it. If anything, I owe you more... I always want to do something to slowly repay you..."
Mentioning this, Kie lowered her head, her face slightly flushed.
It could be said that Kaito had given her far too much.
When Tanjiro and the others saw her, they were utterly shocked. They never imagined their mother could look so beautiful.
Sayuri and Misuzu even exclaimed that Kaito was playing favorites.
Even though Kaito retorted that they looked equally young, they still wanted gifts that would make them ten years younger.
Unfortunately.
Kaito really didn't have many of those cards. Saying he only had one left, they had no choice but to be envious.
But Kaito was right. Even though they were only a few years younger than Kie, they looked like they were in their twenties.
Especially Sayuri, who could pass for a university student...
No, she could even pass for a high schooler if she wore a high school uniform!
Conversely...
Because Kaito said he only had one card, Kie felt even more apprehensive.
Her first thought was... to marry Nezuko off to Kaito.
This was the same thought she and the other ladies had when Kaito first joined the chat group.
Had she held onto this thought all this time?
But now, thinking about it, her daughter was still young...
If, if Kaito couldn't wait that long, what should she do?
Hmm...
"Kaito, since there are Demons in Japan, are there Demons in other countries too?"
Misuzu's question was a good one.
She probably shouldn't ask again.
How would Kaito know?
In anime, disasters mostly happen in Japan.
Just like in Hollywood movies, disasters always happen in the U.S.
"Probably not. If there are, they'd be things like zombies or vampires."
Regarding similar creatures, China was certainly known for hopping vampire.
And there were Taoist priests there.
In Europe, they had vampires, werewolves, and such.
"I see! Okay then."
She was just curious.
Every world had its own way of survival. As someone from another world, she wasn't saintly enough to solve their problems.
Besides, it would be time-consuming and laborious~
Even if she did solve them, what then? Become a savior?
"By the way, since you're leaving tomorrow and we don't know when you'll be back, how about taking us out to play now?"
"Now? At this hour?"
"Oh, camping in the wilderness is great! A picnic, you know?"
"Yeah, go on."
"Hehehe, besides, the air here is so fresh, it's so quiet at night, you can hear the insects chirping. We can't hear any of that living in the city!"
"Don't you know bugs bite?"
"I know. Just electrocute them."
Crackle, crackle...
Misuzu's palm sparked with faint lightning.
"So, how about it? Going? Just for one night. We can bring ingredients and have a barbecue~"
"That actually sounds pretty good. Compared to going to specific places for picnics back home, this place has more atmosphere."
Seeing Misuzu's intention, Sayuri chimed in.
"If everyone wants to camp out, I can bring some ingredients."
Kie neither agreed nor disagreed. She looked at Kaito.
If Kaito went, she would go.
As for Kaito?
He could tell from Misuzu's excited expression what she was thinking.
As for refusing it?
Why refuse?
"Alright. Since we're having a picnic in the wild and staying overnight, I'll reluctantly lend a hand!"
"By the way, call Nezuko and the others. It doesn't matter if I leave tomorrow afternoon with Shinobu and Tanjiro."
They were flying anyway. Time was abundant.