Chapter 46: Preparing to Restock

In the next second, Kagaya Ubuyashiki's seated body suddenly swayed. This unexpected turn of events caused the atmosphere in the room to turn tense instantly.

Almost by instinct, several Hashira gripped their Nichirin Swords, the blades glinting with a cold light as they prepared for any potential emergency.

At this critical moment, Kagaya Ubuyashiki extended his left hand with astonishing speed, making a clear gesture to stop them.

An expression of mingled surprise and joy appeared on his face.

"Do not panic, I am fine," Kagaya Ubuyashiki said. His voice was weak, yet remarkably steady.

He could clearly feel an invisible insect scurrying within his body, incessantly gnawing away at something.

As this insect wandered, the pain in his body actually began to subside.

A few seconds later, Lin Yi withdrew his right hand.

He turned to look at Kagaya Ubuyashiki and said softly, "I have removed the curse from your body. However, I cannot temporarily resolve the eroded flesh; you should be able to recover by finding a doctor to recuperate later."

Hearing Lin Yi's words, everyone turned their gaze toward Kagaya Ubuyashiki.

At this moment, Kagaya Ubuyashiki's eyes, which had originally been a deathly white, had actually returned to normal.

Bright orange pupils reappeared in his eyes, shimmering with unprecedented light and vitality.

"Master, please forgive my insolence," Shinobu Kocho said gently.

Her figure was agile, moving toward Kagaya Ubuyashiki like a light breeze.

Shinobu extended her slender fingers and began to carefully and cautiously examine Kagaya Ubuyashiki's physical condition.

Her fingertips lightly touched the skin where the curse had once spread, meticulously sensing Kagaya Ubuyashiki's life force.

As the examination deepened, a look of disbelief gradually surfaced in Shinobu's eyes.

Although some traces of the curse's erosion remained on Kagaya Ubuyashiki's body, that evil cursed power was no longer present.

This meant that as long as he was given enough time and careful recuperation, his body was highly likely to gradually return to its former state of health.

"I thank you for your help, sir."

Kagaya Ubuyashiki's voice was filled with heartfelt respect. He rose slowly from his seat and bowed deeply to Lin Yi, performing a solemn, formal greeting.

At this moment, the heavy burden in his heart was lifted, and his entire being seemed much more relaxed.

As the leader of the Demon Slayer Corps, he had always carried the heavy responsibility of defending humanity and exterminating demons.

Life and death had long ceased to be his primary concern; his only wish was to completely eradicate the menace of Muzan Kibutsuji and restore peace and tranquility to the world.

But the curse on his body had been like an invisible shackle, restricting his actions and preventing him from fully utilizing his talents and strength.

Now, with Lin Yi's help, he had finally escaped the troubles of the curse.

Although his body would still require time to slowly recover, Kagaya Ubuyashiki was already impatiently beginning to plan future strategies.

"No need for thanks, just give me a few things," Lin Yi said with a slight smile, waving his hand.

Hearing Lin Yi's words, Kagaya Ubuyashiki was momentarily stunned, but a smile of understanding soon appeared on his face.

For a powerhouse like this, a direct exchange of interests might be a better expression of his sincerity and gratitude.

"In that case, Kyojuro, please lead Mr. Lin to the warehouse to select a few items," Kagaya Ubuyashiki instructed with a smile.

Hearing this, Kyojuro Rengoku immediately stepped forward. His face beamed with a passionate and hearty smile as he made a respectful gesture toward Lin Yi: "Mr. Lin, please follow me."

As the Flame Hashira, Kyojuro Rengoku held extremely high prestige within the Demon Slayer Corps. As he led Lin Yi forward, no one dared to obstruct their path.

The warehouse soon came into view, housing precious items and materials accumulated by the Demon Slayer Corps over many years.

Kyojuro Rengoku stood before a seemingly ordinary building and spoke in a low voice to an apparently empty corner: "Open up, I am coming in to retrieve items."

As soon as he finished speaking, a figure suddenly emerged from the wall.

This person was a member specifically trained by the Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, and his wives, specializing in masking presence and concealing their forms. Even Kyojuro Rengoku had been unable to sense his existence.

The guardian looked at Kyojuro Rengoku expressionlessly and reached out a hand, signaling for a token of identification.

Kyojuro Rengoku pulled the token of the Flame Hashira from his robe—a crimson medallion engraved with complex patterns and symbols.

The guardian carefully inspected the token, and after confirming it was correct, pressed a mechanism in his clothing.

With a faint mechanical sound, a hidden door slowly appeared in the wall, revealing a deep passage.

"Mr. Lin, please follow me," Kyojuro Rengoku said, turning to Lin Yi before leading the way into the passage.

Lin Yi nodded and followed behind him.

One after the other, the two entered the true entrance of the Faction Shop and disappeared into the darkness.

This Faction Shop was the secret treasure trove of the Demon Slayer Corps; only high-ranking members holding a token could enter, and every entry required strict identity verification.

This was also to protect the security and confidentiality of the Faction Shop.

Passing through the hidden door, a deep and winding staircase came into view.

Kyojuro Rengoku and Lin Yi descended the stairs. As they went deeper, the surrounding air quietly changed, becoming more humid and cool.

After about a minute of trekking, they finally arrived at the supply storage area.

In stark contrast to the situation above, there were no dense guards here; only three people stood quietly in the corner, as if merged with the surrounding shadows.

Despite the small number, the aura of these three people was even more powerful than the group above.

"Kyojuro, why did you bring a stranger today? Who is he?" Suma's voice broke the silence, her eyes carrying a hint of curiosity and vigilance.

As one of Tengen Uzui's wives, she was very familiar with Kyojuro Rengoku.

However, she maintained a certain level of caution regarding this sudden stranger.

Kyojuro Rengoku smiled slightly and introduced him: "This is the Physician. He is a new friend of our Demon Slayer Corps; I have brought him here to select some items."

Hearing Kyojuro Rengoku's introduction, Suma's vigilance relaxed slightly.

"So it is the Physician. My apologies for the rudeness," Suma said with a cupped hand, though her attitude wasn't particularly warm.

The other two also stepped forward to greet Lin Yi.

The three—Suma, Makio, and Hinatsuru—were all wives of the Sound Hashira, Tengen Uzui, and were also highly respected intelligence personnel within the Demon Slayer Corps.

In terms of skills regarding concealment and assassination, they were second only to Tengen Uzui, making them the best candidates to guard this important warehouse.

If a stranger were to intrude upon this warehouse, they would quickly lock onto the target and strike without hesitation.

If they encountered a powerful enemy, they would not back down.

In moments of necessity, they would even ignite gunpowder barrels hidden in the walls to take the intruder down with them.

After Kyojuro Rengoku's explanation, once Suma, Makio, and Hinatsuru learned that Lin Yi had cured Kagaya Ubuyashiki's ailment, a sense of respect for Lin Yi naturally arose.

"Not bad, kid! Great job!" Suma had a cheerful personality, and she did not hesitate to express her admiration to Lin Yi.

In her eyes, anyone capable of curing Kagaya Ubuyashiki was undoubtedly an extraordinary figure.

Suma handed a long list of items to Lin Yi and said heartily, "If you need anything, the list is here. Big sister will help you get it."

The list was filled with all sorts of items, ranging from sharp Nichirin Swords to sturdy protective gear, and from precious medicines to profound secret manuals.

Compared to the items in *Highschool of the Dead*, the supplies in the Demon Slayer Corps warehouse were undoubtedly more professional and practical.

These items had been meticulously selected and prepared by the Demon Slayer Corps over many years, each possessing its own unique purpose and value.

For the members of the Demon Slayer Corps, these supplies were a vital guarantee for their battles against Muzan Kibutsuji and other demons.

【Soul Crystal (Small)】 Price: 2000 Faction Contribution Points. Stock: 5 units.

【Alchemy: Healing Chapter】 Price: 1800 Faction Contribution Points. Stock: 1 unit.

【Alchemy: Pharmaceutical Chapter】 Price: 1600 Faction Contribution Points. Stock: 1 unit.

【Flame Breathing】 Price: 1000 Faction Contribution Points. Stock: 3 units.

(End of Chapter)