Capítulo 10: Story and Power
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It would be a lie to say that Sinbad wasn't nervous about the current situation.
After leaving the protection of his father, Steve, he was immediately placed as a king. Sure, it was his choice since he followed his 'instincts,' but still... it seemed overwhelming.
'But since the mistake is already made, all I can do is keep going.' He shook his head before looking at the Upper Moons kneeling before him.
Taking a deep breath and then exhaling, he decided to start speaking.
"I can feel that you all have many doubts, so, speak. From the strongest to the weakest, begin to voice your questions." Sinbad declared, trying to keep his voice as calm as possible while facing the Upper Moons.
Sinbad's voice seemed to wake something in them, pulling them out of their trance. Moments later, all the Upper Moons' eyes turned towards the Upper Moon 1.
'His name... Michikatsu? No, that's the old one, Kokushibo.' Sinbad quickly reviewed the information he had received, finding the answer he desired.
Kokushibo's six eyes lifted from the floor to meet Sinbad's calm gaze.
"Who? And where is Muzan?" A simple and direct question that made some of the Upper Moons freeze.
The lack of formality was undoubtedly disrespectful. Being accustomed to Muzan's attitude, they thought that due to this, Kokushibo would suffer some penalty or at least make the being in front of them angry.
But to their surprise, none of that happened.
"Sinbad, as for the former king? Disappeared, essentially dead." Sinbad responded directly and confidently, fully certain of the information he had just given.
Sinbad's response seemed to surprise the Upper Moons. Muzan was dead? Why didn't they die?
All the Upper Moons looked expectantly at Kokushibo, but he ignored them before nodding and bowing his head.
"I understand. Thank you for your answer, Sinbad-sama." Kokushibo declared with a more respectful tone and then decided to remain silent.
Chills ran through Sinbad's body upon hearing how Kokushibo referred to him.
'Their way of speaking doesn't suit my name at all, it seems so... out of place. Ugh~' Complaining internally, Sinbad's gaze moved to the Upper Moon 2, Doma.
Realizing it was his turn, Doma gave a charming smile as he shifted where he sat.
"Nee~ Sinbad-sama, how did Muzan-sama end up dying ~?"
Since Kokushibo wouldn't speak for them, Doma decided to satisfy his own curiosity.
Upon hearing Doma's question, Sinbad remained silent for a moment, staring at Doma's smiling face, thinking about how to respond.
'Do I tell the truth? Or a lie?'
'If I lie, I could defend the reputation of the former Oni King a bit, but it wouldn't benefit me. If I tell the truth, they might get scared or curious and make a fatal mistake.' Sinbad closed his eyes while thinking.
All the Upper Moons remained silent, staring at Sinbad. They were waiting for an answer. If the Oni King refused to speak, they would simply accept it and move on to another subject. They had waited years for the King to return, and even if it wasn't exactly this King, they could wait a few minutes to see if they received an answer or not.
But to the Upper Moons' happiness, they didn't have to wait long, at most a few seconds.
"The former Oni King, Kibutsuji Muzan, died. He perished at the hands of a Demon Slayer who used Sun Breathing. Being killed by Sun Breathing severed all connections he had with you, causing this strange event where you were unable to do anything for years."
Sinbad tried to take advantage of the situation, explaining between truths and lies.
It was true that a Sun Breathing user appeared and killed Muzan in moments. And it was also true that this same Sun Breathing user severed Muzan's connection with the rest of the Upper Moons, but it wasn't due to Sun Breathing, but because of another power.
A system.
Sinbad knew this only because of the World's Gift, which was obviously present when Muzan's death occurred.
Sinbad's answer seemed to surprise the Upper Moons, and even made Kokushibo's eyes widen in disbelief before clenching his fists tightly.
Seeing the doubt in the Upper Moons' eyes and the frustration in Kokushibo, Sinbad spoke again.
"Unlike Kokushibo, you don't know about Sun Breathing, so it's understandable you have doubts."
"Sun Breathing is the breath that originated all others, and it's the essence of the foundation of the Demon Slayer Corps."
"The creator of the Breaths faced Muzan in the past and won, but barely, Muzan managed to escape. All who can use Sun Breathing are monsters by nature, and that's why Muzan died."
"There are some minor factors like 'trauma,' 'surprise attack,' and 'disadvantages,' but these parts can be ignored. At least, for now."
Sinbad explained while taking a piece of his own hair in his hands and playing with it as if he were talking about an irrelevant situation.
The Upper Moons looked at Kokushibo as if asking if it was true, which the Upper Moon 1 resolutely confirmed by nodding while gritting his teeth, confirming every bit of information Sinbad had said.
The world of the Upper Moons seemed to expand; they who once thought humans were nothing more than cattle, were surprised to learn there were humans capable of killing the Oni King.
Seeing them all in shock and Kokushibo's frustration, Sinbad decided to deliver the final blow to cement his position.
"But don't worry." A strange smile appeared on Sinbad's face as his voice crackled with electricity, drawing the Upper Moons' attention back to him.
"Muzan may have been strong, as well as the Sun Breathing users."
Electricity began to emanate from Sinbad's body while his hair slowly stood up, a red jewel appeared at the front of his hair before electricity burst from it, forming horns of electricity.
His clothing was completely replaced by a strange and attractive blue scale armor that perfectly adorned Sinbad's body, and his eyes were filled with vitality.
"But I am more. Much more."
He delighted in the surprised, admiring, and fearful gazes of the Upper Moons.
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