Chapter 7: Tamayoooooo
Is this good? I bet its bad. I made it that way
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Accelerator was wandering aimlessly around the Butterfly Mansion, his mind still processing the recent events. As he strolled through the garden, he spotted Tanjiro Kamado, who was gently patting the head of a young girl. Normally, such a scene wouldn't catch his interest, but something about the girl seemed off. His keen senses quickly realized that she was not human.
Intrigued, Accelerator approached the pair, his eyes narrowing as he observed the girl closely. Despite her being a demon, she exhibited none of the malevolent tendencies that had been described to him. She seemed almost...innocent. This anomaly piqued his curiosity, raising questions in his mind about how a demon could reside peacefully within the headquarters of the Demon Slayer Corps.
Tanjiro noticed Accelerator's approach and greeted him with an enthusiastic wave. "Hello! This is my sister, Nezuko," he introduced her with a warm smile. "She's different from other demons. She doesn't harm humans."
Accelerator's gaze shifted between Tanjiro and Nezuko. He was skeptical, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized Nezuko's every move. "You're telling me a demon can live among you without causing any harm?" he questioned, his voice laced with doubt.
Tanjiro nodded earnestly, his smile tinged with melancholy. "Yes. My dream is to find a way to turn her back into a human."
The earnestness and optimism in Tanjiro's voice unsettled Accelerator. He was used to dealing with cynicism, deceit, and malice—not this unyielding hope. He found it hard to respond to such pure-heartedness. Clicking his tongue in frustration, Accelerator stepped closer to Nezuko, who simply tilted her head in curiosity. He grabbed her hands, observing Tanjiro's reaction. He expected anger or fear, but Tanjiro just continued to smile at him, trusting.
"Are you not scared?" Accelerator asked, his voice gruff. "What if I decided to kill your sister right here and now?"
Tanjiro's reply was unwavering. "I trust you, Accelerator-san. I believe you won't harm her."
That trust was too much for the esper to comprehend. It was a foreign concept to him, something he had never experienced or offered himself. Annoyed, he clicked his tongue again, gripping Nezuko's hand tighter. He created a small wound, watching as her blood dripped onto his hand. Nezuko flinched slightly but remained calm, her wide eyes gazing up at him innocently.
"Why are you doing this?" Tanjiro asked, his voice calm but curious.
"Just testing something," Accelerator muttered, standing up abruptly. Without another word, he turned and walked away, leaving Tanjiro and Nezuko behind.
Tanjiro watched him go, a thoughtful expression on his face. He then turned to his sister and smiled reassuringly. "Don't worry, Nezuko. I think Accelerator-san might look mean, but he's actually a good person deep down."
Nezuko responded with a soft, reassuring hum, her eyes following Accelerator's retreating figure. She trusted her brother's judgment, and if Tanjiro believed in Accelerator, she would too.
Accelerator, meanwhile, was deep in thought as he walked away. The encounter had left him more perplexed than before. This world was full of contradictions and complexities that he wasn't used to dealing with. He wasn't sure what to make of Tanjiro's unwavering trust and Nezuko's innocent demeanor.
The demon blood he had collected was meant to be analyzed, a way to understand these creatures better. Yet, a part of him was unsettled by Tanjiro's faith in him. It was something he hadn't encountered before—someone who believed in him despite his violent tendencies and cold exterior. It gnawed at him, challenging his perception of himself and his place in this world.
Accelerator shook his head, trying to clear his thoughts. He had a mission to focus on. Demons needed to be eradicated, and he was determined to find Muzan and put an end to the suffering caused by these creatures. But now, there was an added layer of complexity—understanding the nuances of this world and the people within it.
Accelerator made his way through the Butterfly Mansion, his mind still buzzing from the earlier interaction with Tanjiro and Nezuko. As he rounded a corner, he spotted Shinobu Kocho. Without missing a beat, he approached her, his usual cocky smirk plastered on his face.
"Oi, bug girl," he called out, causing Shinobu to turn with a raised eyebrow. "I need some money."
Shinobu's serene smile didn't falter, though a vein visibly twitched on her forehead. "And why, pray tell, would I give you money?"
"Because I need it," Accelerator replied bluntly, as if that was reason enough.
Shinobu crossed her arms, her smile growing more strained. "I am not your maid, nor your mother. What makes you think I have any obligation to hand over money to you?"
Accelerator clicked his tongue in irritation. "Look, I'm not asking for a handout. Just consider it an investment. Who knows, I might find something useful for your little demon-killing crusade."
Shinobu's eyes narrowed slightly. "You have an odd way of asking for favors. But if you insist... What exactly do you need the money for?"
"Just some supplies," Accelerator said vaguely. "And maybe some food that doesn't taste like it was cooked by a demon."
Shinobu sighed, rubbing her temples. "Fine, fine. But don't think this means I'm at your beck and call. Here," she handed him a small pouch of coins, "this should be enough to get you started."
Accelerator took the pouch, giving her a curt nod. "Thanks, bug girl. You're not completely useless after all."
Shinobu's smile turned icy. "You're welcome, I suppose. Just try not to cause too much trouble, will you?"
With that, Accelerator turned and left, heading towards the town of Asakusa. Upon arrival, he was immediately overwhelmed by the sheer volume of people bustling about. He cursed under his breath, annoyed by the crowd.
"Damn, this place is packed. How the hell am I supposed to find any demons in this mess?" he muttered to himself as he navigated through the throng of people.
He roamed the streets aimlessly, searching for any signs of demon activity. The longer he searched, the more frustrated he became. Eventually, he found himself lost, unable to find his way back to his starting point. His irritation grew with each passing minute.
"Great, now I'm lost in this damn place," he grumbled, looking around for any landmarks. As he wandered, he noticed a particular alleyway that seemed off. His calculations didn't match up with what he was seeing. It was suspicious enough to warrant investigation.
Without hesitation, Accelerator walked up to the wall, his eyes scanning for any hidden entrances. When he didn't find anything, he decided to take a more direct approach. He stomped his foot, manipulating the vectors to create a powerful shockwave that shattered the wall.
The sudden destruction revealed a hidden room where two demons were startled by his entrance. One was a graceful, mature-looking woman, and the other was a younger man who immediately assumed a defensive stance.
"What the hell?" Accelerator said, taking in the scene. "Nice to meet you~" he added, his voice dripping with sarcasm as his body radiated hostility.
The woman, Tamayo, stepped forward, her expression calm yet wary. "Who are you, and why have you destroyed our wall?" she asked, her voice measured.
Accelerator smirked. "I'm just looking for demons to kill. But it seems I've found some hiding from humans. Ironic, isn't it?"
Yushiro, the younger demon, glared at Accelerator. "You dare threaten Lady Tamayo? You have no idea who you're dealing with!"
Tamayo placed a calming hand on Yushiro's shoulder. "Peace, Yushiro. Let us not escalate this further." She turned her gaze back to Accelerator. "We mean no harm to humans. In fact, we are working towards a solution to eradicate demons."
Accelerator raised an eyebrow, intrigued despite himself. "Is that so? And why should I believe you?"
"Because our actions speak louder than words," Tamayo replied. "We have been researching a way to cure demons, to return them to their human forms. If you seek to destroy demons, perhaps our goals align more closely than you think."
Accelerator's smirk softened slightly, though his eyes remained sharp. "Alright, I'll bite. But if I catch a whiff of betrayal, you're both dead. Got it?"
Tamayo nodded gracefully. "Understood. Please, come inside. We can explain everything."
Reluctantly, Accelerator followed them further into their hidden sanctuary, his mind racing with possibilities. For the first time since arriving in this world, he felt a glimmer of something beyond mere survival and violence—a chance to truly make a difference, even if it meant working with demons.
As they settled inside, Tamayo began to explain their work, and Accelerator listened intently, his usual bravado tempered by a newfound sense of curiosity and purpose.
Accelerator leaned back in his seat, his eyes scanning the data Tamayo had reluctantly handed over. He summarized their explanations with a bored tone. "So, let me get this straight. You two are working on some kind of cure to turn demons back into humans. And you've managed to avoid the big bad demon king all this time. How did you even manage that?"
Tamayo met his gaze steadily. "We have our methods of evasion and staying hidden. It's not easy, but we believe in our cause."
Yushiro, standing protectively beside Tamayo, couldn't keep his disdain from showing. "We don't need to explain ourselves to the likes of you."
Accelerator's eyes narrowed. "Watch it, kid. I'm not here to play nice. Hand over all your progress, now."
Yushiro bristled, stepping forward aggressively. "Who do you think you are, demanding things from us?"
Tamayo placed a calming hand on Yushiro's shoulder, though she too seemed reluctant. "This research is the culmination of years of work. We cannot simply hand it over to someone we don't trust."
Accelerator's smirk returned. "Keh, Trust? You think I need your trust? I killed an Upper Six demon. You know what that means, right? They treated me like a madman back there, which means that I must have done something great."
Tamayo's eyes widened slightly at the mention of the Upper Six. With a deep breath, she handed over the remaining research notes. "Very well. Here is everything we've done so far."
Accelerator took the papers, glancing over them briefly. He sighed in frustration. "Your biology is far too behind. This is child's play compared to what I'm used to."
He pulled out the small vial of Nezuko's blood he had taken earlier. He began to analyze it with a level of focus that silenced even Yushiro's protests. After a few intense minutes, Accelerator looked up, muttering to himself, "I'm done."
Yushiro scoffed, crossing his arms. "Done? You can't possibly have—"
"Shut it," Accelerator snapped, glaring at Yushiro. "I finished analyzing everything. I can make an antidote within a few days."
Tamayo's shock was palpable. "You... you can do that? So quickly?"
Accelerator shrugged nonchalantly. "Your methods are crude, but the principles are the same. This Nezuko girl's blood has properties that could accelerate your research exponentially."
Yushiro stepped forward, anger still simmering beneath his composed exterior. "And we're just supposed to take your word for it?"
Accelerator's expression turned icy. "Listen, you little punk. I don't care if you believe me or not. Facts are facts. I'm better at this than you'll ever be. Now, if you keep pestering me, I'll make sure you regret it."
Yushiro clenched his fists, but Tamayo intervened once more. "Thank you for your... assistance," she said carefully. "We appreciate any help we can get in our fight against Muzan."
Accelerator stood up, his usual cocky grin in place. "Good. I'll be back with the antidote soon. In the meantime, don't get yourselves killed."
As he left their hidden sanctuary, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself. "A demon rebelling against its own kind. How amusing."
He made his way out of Asakusa, heading towards the mountains. There, he encountered several roaming demons. With ruthless efficiency, he eradicated them, using his powers to obliterate any threat that came his way. It was a way to blow off steam and focus his mind on the task ahead.
The mountain air was crisp, and the silence between battles was almost calming. As he sat on a high ledge, overlooking the forest below, Accelerator couldn't help but reflect on the irony of his situation. In a world so different from his own, he was once again thrust into the role of a destroyer and, perhaps, a savior.
He sighed, shaking his head. "What a mess I've gotten myself into. But if it means taking down this Muzan bastard, I guess it's worth it."
As Accelerator began his descent from the mountain, his sharp eyes caught sight of something grotesque. Down below, a demon was hunched over, savagely munching on the flesh of a recently killed human. The sight made Accelerator's blood boil, his mind flashing back to the countless Misaka clones he had killed in his own world. It left a bitter taste in his mouth, a reminder of the darkness that still lurked within him.
With a casual yet menacing gait, Accelerator approached the demon. The creature looked up, its eyes glinting with predatory hunger. "What do we have here? Another meal coming my way?"
Accelerator smirked, his eyes narrowing. "Meal? You must be dumber than you look if you think I'm just going to stand by while you devour these people."
The demon snarled, blood dripping from its fangs. "Who are you to interfere with my feast?"
"I'm the last person you want to piss off," Accelerator replied, his voice dripping with venom. "And today, you get to be my plaything."
Without warning, Accelerator's hand shot out, grabbing the demon by its neck. The creature struggled, clawing at his arm, but to no avail. Accelerator's grip was like iron. He lifted the demon off the ground, his eyes gleaming with sadistic pleasure.
"Kek...hahahahah!" Accelerator's laughter echoed through the mountains, a chilling sound that made even the demon shiver. "You think you can just do as you please, huh? Let's see how you like being on the receiving end."
He threw the demon to the ground, hard enough to create a small crater. The demon screamed in pain, but Accelerator wasn't done. He stomped on the creature's chest, feeling the bones crack under his boot. "Beg," he commanded, his voice cold and merciless.
"Please... please, stop!" the demon begged, its eyes wide with terror. "I'll do anything, just don't kill me!"
Accelerator's grin widened. "Anything, you say? How about you tell me how many innocent lives you've taken?"
"I... I don't know! Hundreds, maybe thousands!" the demon sobbed.
"Keahahahah!" Accelerator's laugh was even more unsettling this time. "Isn't that something? You don't even remember your victims. Let's make sure you remember this moment for the rest of your miserable existence."
He began torturing the demon with precise, calculated cruelty. His powers allowed him to manipulate the vectors of pain, amplifying the demon's suffering to unimaginable levels. The creature's screams echoed through the mountains, but Accelerator didn't stop. He broke bones, tore flesh, and inflicted agony in ways that defied comprehension.
"How does it feel?" Accelerator taunted. "How does it feel to be powerless, to be at the mercy of someone stronger? Kehahaha..!"
The demon's cries grew weaker, its body a broken, bloodied mess. Finally, when it could take no more, Accelerator ended its life with a swift, merciless blow. He stood over the corpse, breathing heavily, the rush of power and vengeance coursing through his veins.
He wiped his hands on his pants, disgusted by the blood. "Pathetic," he muttered, turning away from the lifeless body.
With his mood soured and his mind heavy with thoughts of his past, Accelerator continued his descent, making his way back to the Butterfly Mansion. The journey felt longer this time, the weight of his actions and the memories they dredged up pressing down on him.
As he approached the mansion, he couldn't help but think about the irony of his situation. In this world, he was fighting demons, trying to protect people he barely knew. Yet, the real demon he needed to conquer was the one inside himself, the one that had led him to commit unspeakable acts in his own world.
He sighed, shaking his head. "What a mess," he muttered, entering the mansion. But as he looked around at the people who had come to accept him, even if reluctantly, he felt a glimmer of something he hadn't felt in a long time, hope.
As Accelerator entered the Butterfly Mansion, he was immediately greeted by the three energetic girls, Sumi, Kiyo, and Naho. They ran towards him with wide smiles, their faces lighting up with genuine excitement.
"Welcome back, Accelerator-san!" Sumi chirped, her eyes sparkling with delight.
"Did you have a good trip?" Kiyo asked, her voice full of curiosity.
"We missed you!" Naho added, her smile the brightest of all.
Accelerator was taken aback by their warm reception. He wasn't used to such genuine affection and kindness. For a moment, he just stood there, staring at their beaming faces. Despite himself, a small, almost imperceptible smile crept onto his lips.
"Yeah, yeah," he muttered, trying to hide his surprise. "I'm back."
The girls giggled, clearly pleased by his response. They grabbed his hands and began leading him inside, chattering excitedly about all the things they wanted to show him.
For the first time in a long while, Accelerator felt a strange warmth in his chest. It was a foreign sensation, but not an entirely unpleasant one. As he allowed himself to be pulled along by the enthusiastic trio, his small smile remained, a testament to the unexpected joy their welcome had brought him.
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