"Great men will always surround themselves with great friends."
— Shiva, Record of Ragnarok
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Unable to disappoint her fellow Students, Makomo displayed her Devil wings.
As a young prodigy, Makomo's strength during the Final Selection was roughly at the level of a Low-Class Devil. After the Devil transformation, despite the significant magical energy expenditure for reshaping her body, she now possessed the power of a newly ascended Middle-Class Devil, thanks to her Breathing Style.
It was important to note that Makomo's starting point was much higher than Saeko's.
This was because Makomo knew Breathing Styles!
If not for the substantial magic consumption during the transformation, she would undoubtedly be even stronger.
Tanjiro, witnessing Makomo's Devil wings, was dumbfounded.
Did Devils and Angels truly exist in this world?
It was unbelievable.
However, the reality before him was undeniable.
Tanjiro then recalled his purpose in joining the Demon Slayer Corps.
His goal was clear: to slay Demons and find a way to turn his sister back into a human.
Now, the opportunity to restore Nezuko's humanity was right in front of him.
Roy, in Tanjiro's eyes, had resurrected a person. He believed that if Roy could accomplish such a miraculous feat, then turning his sister back into a human wouldn't be a problem.
Tanjiro's eyes lit up with hope, but he hesitated to speak.
After all, Tanjiro was a kind and considerate boy. He didn't want to burden others.
However, returning his sister to her former self was of utmost importance.
Tanjiro was torn.
Roy, who had been chatting with Urokodaki, had been observing Tanjiro.
Seeing his hesitant demeanor, Roy could easily guess what was on his mind.
He approached Tanjiro and said with a gentle smile, "Tanjiro, is there something you'd like to tell me?"
"Uh..." Tanjiro was startled by Roy's sudden appearance.
"Well... um..."
After a moment of hesitation, Tanjiro decided to speak his mind. After all, his sister's well-being was paramount.
"Roy-sama, there's something I'd like to ask of you," Tanjiro said, bowing deeply and respectfully.
"Haha, Tanjiro, there's no need to be so formal," Roy chuckled, patting Tanjiro's shoulder. "Just tell me what's on your mind. If it's within my power, I'll certainly help."
Tanjiro was touched by Roy's kindness. Tears welled up in his eyes.
"Roy-sama, please, I beg you, save my sister!" he pleaded, bowing even lower, as if he wouldn't rise until Roy agreed.
"Tanjiro, calm down. I promise to help. First, tell me about your sister," Roy reassured him.
Hearing Roy's agreement, Tanjiro looked up with gratitude and excitement.
He then recounted the story of how Nezuko became a Demon.
"Could I see your sister?" Roy asked after hearing Tanjiro's tale.
Tanjiro readily agreed and led Roy and Urokodaki to Nezuko's room.
Inside, a girl with black hair, dressed in a kimono and with a bamboo muzzle in her mouth, lay peacefully asleep.
This was Nezuko Kamado.
Unfortunately, she was currently in a deep slumber.
"Um... Roy-sama, is there any way to turn my sister back into a human?" Tanjiro asked cautiously, seeing Roy's silence.
"Hmm... I'm sorry, Tanjiro, but I can't turn your sister back into a human," Roy admitted after a moment of contemplation.
He truly couldn't restore Nezuko's humanity. He didn't possess any healing magic or similar abilities.
Moreover, even healing magic might not be effective, as becoming a Demon seemed to involve a bloodline inheritance.
Tanjiro's face fell, his shoulders slumping in disappointment.
"However..."
Those two words reignited hope in Tanjiro's eyes. He looked up at Roy expectantly.
"However, I can turn your sister into a Devil, just like Makomo."
"As a Devil, the mere blood of a Demon is insignificant compared to the power of Devil blood!" Roy declared, his tone dismissive of these flawed Demons.
Demons with such glaring weaknesses were no match for Devils.
Of course, there were different types of Demons. For instance, Rem and Ram from Re:Zero were part of the Oni race, and the Oni in Touhou Project were also incredibly powerful. They were far superior to Muzan Kibutsuji.
Tanjiro's face lit up with joy at Roy's words.
He glanced at Makomo, who was chatting with her fellow Students.
Although Makomo had become a Devil, she seemed no different from an ordinary human!
However, the thought of the price of becoming a Devil made Tanjiro hesitate.
If Nezuko became a Devil, she would have to leave him.
But after careful consideration, Tanjiro ultimately agreed.
If he refused now, there was no guarantee that Nezuko could ever become human again.
This might be their only chance.
"Roy-sama, I agree. Please take good care of Nezuko!" Tanjiro pleaded, his eyes brimming with tears.
Roy was a bit embarrassed by Tanjiro's emotional display.
"Don't worry, Tanjiro. I'll take good care of Nezuko," he reassured him, patting his shoulder comfortingly.
Tanjiro's spirits lifted slightly, and he was about to leave with Urokodaki.
"Tanjiro, you don't need to leave. I'll need your help in a moment," Roy stopped him.
He had asked them to leave earlier because he needed to reshape Makomo's body, which wasn't something they should witness.
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