YOU WANT ME TO DO WHAT NOW?! — CHAPTER #14 — MEETING THE HASHIRAS, FINALLY!

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Little note:
(H/C) = hair color
(E/C) = eye color
(F/C) = favorite color
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The sky was ablaze with the vibrant colors of a breathtaking sunrise. A symphony of purples, pinks, oranges, and yellows painted the horizon, marking the arrival of a new day. The world seemed to awaken along with the rising sun, and the air was filled with a sense of tranquility and hope.

"I think we've cleared everything." Said Goto, one of the kakushi.

"Not everything... Look over there!"

Amidst the aftermath of a grueling battle, where demons had been vanquished and the threat had been eliminated, two kakushi stumbled upon an unexpected sight. Hidden within a nearby bush, a lone figure lay unconscious, her presence unbeknownst to them until that moment.

Curiosity piqued, the kakushi cautiously approached the motionless form. It soon became apparent that the girl was not a fallen adversary but rather a civilian caught in the midst of chaos. Her attire, a vibrant yukata of a striking color, contrasted against the grim backdrop of the battlefield.

As they examined the scene, their attention was drawn to an unusual object lying nearby—a broken fryer pan—Puzzled, the kakushi exchanged glances, unable to comprehend why someone would be carrying such an item during such perilous circumstances.

Before they could delve further into their speculations, a crow suddenly swooped down, interrupting their conversation. "KAW! KAW! MESSAGE! MESSAGE FROM THE HEADQUARTERS!"

"AH- THAT SCARED THE CRAP OUT OF ME!" It perched upon a nearby branch, its presence commanding attention. With a series of urgent caws, it delivered a message from the headquarters, revealing the girl's identity as (L/N) (Y/N).

Startled by the sudden intrusion, the kakushi quickly absorbed the information. It seemed that the headmaster himself had requested the presence of this enigmatic civilian. A mix of concern and sympathy washed over them as they realized the gravity of the situation. The headquarters held an air of mystery and awe, and the thought of an ordinary girl being summoned there invoked a sense of trepidation.

"Yikes, I feel bad for this girl. Why would the headmaster want to talk to her? I'll be so fucking scared..."

"I get you. The headquarters are scary! Let's your bring her already!"

Understanding the need for immediate action, the kakushi carefully lifted your unconscious form, cradling you with gentleness and compassion. Their priority shifted from pondering the strange circumstances to ensuring your well-being.

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"Tanjiro, our business with you is concluded. I have another matter to attend to, so you may step back." Ubuyashiki, the headmaster, stated with a firm yet gentle tone.

Shinobu, raising her hand, interjected, "In that case, allow me to take Kamado into my care."

Confusion washed over Tanjiro as he tried to comprehend the sudden turn of events. Before he could utter a response, Shinobu clapped her hands twice. His voice trailed off in bewilderment as Goto, one of the kakushi, made a dramatic entrance, swiftly kneeling before the headmaster. With unparalleled determination, Goto scooped up him and carried him away, giving him a piggyback ride. The scene shifted to the Hashira meeting, where the air was filled with anticipation and solemnity. However, before proceedings could commence, someone interrupted the headmaster.

"HOLD A DAMN MINUTE!" Tanjiro, accompanied by Goto and the other kakushi, reappeared, their frantic footsteps echoing in the hall. He fell to the ground dramatically, pleading his case with a heartfelt plea. "Please, allow me to head-butt that man covered in scars! I must head-butt him as many times as he stabbed Nezuko! Head-butting isn't a violation of the Corps rules, right?"

The room erupted in chaos as the kakushi and Tanjiro engaged in a heated argument, their voices blending together in a cacophony of desperation and determination. Tempers flared, and the situation escalated with each passing second.

Unyielding, Muichiro Tokito, unamused by his outburst, intervened. Swiftly, he threw two rocks at him, skillfully knocking him unconscious. "You are not permitted to interrupt the Master." Muichiro declared, his voice laced with an unwavering resolve.

"We sincerely apologize, Master! We beg your pardon, Master Tokito!" The kakushi spoke in unison, their voices filled with remorse and submission.

"Just get out of here." He commanded, his tone leaving no room for argument.

As Tanjiro was taken away, his senses fading into unconsciousness, the last words he heard were a cryptic message from Ubuyashiki. "Tanjiro, convey my regards to Miss Tamayo." And with that said, Tanjiro was finally gone from there.

"Now then, as I was saying before, there's still an issue I need to talk about. Related to a young girl named (L/N) (Y/N). She's waiting inside. Our talk would probably not be too long so, you may all enter to the room so we can start the Hashira meeting right after this is concluded."

"As you wish, master." Responded Sanemi on everyone's behalf.

Ubuyashiki, accompanied by his two daughters, entered the room and followed their lead towards you. With your back turned towards him, you remained silent, creating an air of mystery. Taking measured steps, Ubuyashiki settled into his designated spot, strategically positioned slightly in front of you, allowing for an appropriate distance between you. The rest of the Hashiras filled the space behind you, forming a formidable presence.

"It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, (L/N) (Y/N)." Ubuyashiki spoke cordially, though he couldn't discern your facial expression. Silence hung in the air, unbroken by any response from the girl before him. The gravity of the situation and the weight of your presence left Ubuyashiki wondering about the thoughts and emotions hidden behind your serious demeanor.

"Hey. The master is talking to you." Said Sanemi, who growled at the lack of response from you.

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'I-I... I CAN'T DO THIS! HOLY CRAP! CRAP! ALL THE HASHIRAS ARE HERE! I CAN'T TURN AROUND! I WANT TO SEE THEM BUT THIS IS SO TENSE! I'M FUCKING NERVOUS! UBUYASHIKI IS SPEAKING TO ME BUT, I'M TOO ANXIOUS TO RESPOND! AAAAAAHHHHH! I'M GONNA PISS ON MY CLOTHES! GOD, HELP ME! HELP ME! GIVE ME COURAGE!'

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"Pleasure too."

"Do you know why do I want to speak with you?"

'... THE FUCK IS HE SAYING?! I'M SO STRESSED THAT I LITERALLY FORGOT ALL THE FREAKING JAPANESE I'VE LEARNED! CALM DOWN! Calm down. Yes. Control your breathing. If you keep up like this, they are going to get suspicious of you and that's gonna be worse. Just stay calm.'

"Sorry. Me foreigner. Japanese, no good..." As Ubuyashiki remained silent, you maintained your composure, although a hint of unease began to creep in. 'WHY ISN'T HE SAYING ANYTHING? DID I SAY SOMETHING WRONG!?'

He cleared his throat a few times, as if preparing his voice for what was to come. Finally, he turned his gaze in your direction.

"It's no problem. Is english perhaps the language you speak?"

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God is good.
God is great.
God is good.

"W-W-Wait a moment! C-Could it be that you speak english too?!" You asked excited with flustered cheeks, a glimmering hope could be seen in your eyes.

"I haven't talked english for years but I do know how to speak it. There are even some here who knows the language too, am I right?" As the master made his statement, you couldn't contain your excitement and quickly turned around, hope gleaming in your eyes. You saw three hands raised in response, belonging to Shinobu, Rengoku, and Sanemi.

Tears welled up in your eyes. You were overwhelmed with happiness to know that there were people who understood English among the Hashiras.

"My English is not very good, so I apologize if I make any mistakes!" Shinobu admitted, her pronunciation slightly flawed but still comprehensible.

"No! Your English is really good! I truly appreciate it!" You couldn't help but blush at the joy coursing through your veins.

"Thank you very much!" Shinobu responded, her smile warm and genuine, actually very uncharacteristic from her, simce she usually forces her smiles.

'I don't understand what they're saying but, BUT! THAT GIRL LOOKS SO ADORABLE WHEN SHE'S EXCITED! IS THIS THE POWER OF BEING A FOREIGNER?!' Mitsuri adored you already.

"Wait a moment!" Exclaimed Uzui. "I want to know about what they're talking about too! It'll be really unflashy if I was left out!"

Then, Rengoku laughed, making some of the Hashiras around him look at him weird. "Don't worry! I can translate the conversation!"

"PERFECT! TRULY FLASHY! THANKS, BESTIE!"

"NO PROBLEM, BESTIE!"

"Well, regarding of before... I asked you if you knew why I wanted to speak with you." Ubuyashiki returned to the conversation, Rengoku translating every word behind.

"A-Ah, I'm not too sure if I might say..."

"There's no need to be anxious (Y/N), I wanted to speak with you to give you a proposal..."

"A proposal...?"

"Yes. Shinobu and Giyuu have both told me some things you performed during mount Natagumo... Shinobu, would you repeat what you told me?"

"Of course. I remember telling you about how I was interested in this civilian. She seems to know nothing about combat and she looks like a regular person. Something that happened to her was that she was poisoned by one of the demons there. The poison was going to turn her into a spider in the spawn of 30 minutes but, she managed to slow down the flow of toxins in her body by performing a breathing technique; something that is not very easy to do. The last thing that took my attention, was that she saved the life of a demon slayer who was going to get killed by an other demon. Not only for the fact that she's a civilian but everything she did was truly admirable."

"Thank you Shinobu. Now, Giyuu, would you mind repeating what you told me about this girl?"

"...No problem at all... I told you that it surprised me that I was just about to behead lower moon five but out of nowhere, she appeared. She was tired and really injured but I saw how she used all of her strength to decapitate the demon..." Rengoku also made sure to translate the conversation so that you could understand what they were saying.

"Huh? But to kill a demon, you need a Nichirin sword." Obanai interjected, curious about where the story was heading.

"That's the surprising part. She didn't kill it with a sword. She did it with a pan." Tomioka explained.

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Silence hung in the air as everyone tried to process this unexpected revelation.

"Excuse me, what the hell did you say?" Sanemi questioned, his disbelief evident in his voice.

"I said she killed him with a pan... a fryer pan." Tomioka repeated, his tone serious.

The room erupted with a mix of reactions.

"Pfff-" Mitsuri couldn't help but burst into laughter, covering her face with her hands. "I-I'm sorry for laughing."

"HAHAHA! WITH A FRYER PAN! OH DAMN! THAT'S TRULY SOMETHING ELSE!" Uzui exclaimed, thoroughly amused by the absurdity of it all. Killing a demon with a fryer pan was beyond his wildest imagination.

"I can't believe it..." Obanai muttered, still struggling to grasp the concept.

"H-Hm..." Shinobu chuckled softly, trying to contain her laugh as her eyes were closed, as if finding the situation amusing.

"Well, that's something new!" Rengoku remarked with a smile, admiring your unconventional method.

"A fryer pan... oh my... this poor girl must possess the strength of a gorilla to accomplish that." Himejima commented, a mix of astonishment and reverence in his voice as he offered a prayer.

"..." Sanemi, on the other hand, remained silent, blinking in disbelief.

In the midst of the reactions, Muichiro turned to you. "Hey, you." He said, his curiosity piqued. "How did you do it?"

"O-Oh! Um, not sure..." You got nervous again.

"Would you explain how did you get that fryer pan?" Ubuyashiki asked.

"I-I have no problem at all!" The you fixed yourself to speak better. "I was staying in the Wisteria house with some friends who are demon slayers by the way and by the time we had to go due to what was happening in mount naga- nagitu- AGH! Naga whatever, the kind grandma who the owner there, gave me the fryer pan without saying much. I didn't thought too much about it but, I was surprised to see that I was able to cut lower moon five head's!"

"Mhm... I think I may have the answer to what happened."

"S-Seriously?! What is it?"

"Well, Nichirin swords are made out of Scarlet Crimson Iron Sand and Scarlet Ore. The ore is chose if you survive in the final selection. The thing about this, is that it doesn't necessarily need to be a sword. With the ore, you can turn a lot of things into weapons to decapitate demons. There are some who use nichirin bullets and other artifacts. A pan is not something demon slayers use but that would explain how you were able to cut it."

"Ohh! That makes sense!"

"But still, you'll need to use a lot of force to decapitate a demon with a pan... That's why I wanted to talk to you..."

"Huh...?

"(L/N) (Y/N), would you like to become part of the Demon Slayer Corps?" Ubuyashiki asked, his smile tender and gentle.

"Eh?" You smiled back, dumbfounded. A mixture of surprise and confusion were on your face.

"Normally, to join our ranks, you would have to undergo the final selection test. However, after witnessing your selfless actions and your ability to defeat a Lower Moon, I am convinced that you don't need to go through that trial. Your unwavering determination to save others speaks volumes about your character."

His words felt like a soft embrace, enveloping you in warmth. It was a feeling you couldn't quite put into words, as if you were floating in a state of bliss. Was this what Tanjiro felt when Ubuyashiki spoke to him?

"And I'm not the only one who shares this belief. Shinobu and Tomioka also think that you are worthy of becoming a Demon Slayer. They conveyed their thoughts when they reported the events to me."

You were taken aback by the revelation. You turned around, shyly meeting Shinobu's gaze. Her smile, different from her usual playful demeanor, felt genuine and encouraging. Then, your eyes shifted to Tomioka, who averted his gaze. You understood that social cues weren't his strong suit, but his approval still held weight.

Returning your attention to the Master, you listened intently to his next words.

"I'm not forcing you to make a decision, but-"

"I'LL DO IT! I GLADLY ACCEPT YOUR PROPOSAL!" You exclaimed, your voice trembling yet filled with determination. "There is still much I need to learn, but I want to save people. I want to create a world where children don't have to shed tears, where humans can live happily and at peace. No matter how many times I have to train or sacrifice myself, if it means bringing about that kind of world, then I wholeheartedly want to become a Demon Slayer!"

As Rengoku translated your passionate words to the others, a sense of astonishment filled the room. Your heartfelt conviction resonated deeply within them, leaving them in awe of your resolve.

"GAH-" A gentle kick caught you off guard, causing a slight jolt of pain to shoot through your injured body. Tears welled up in your eyes, more from surprise than the actual discomfort. When you turned to see the source, you found that Muichiro was the one who kicked you.

"Don't interrupt the Master." He said bluntly, his tone lacking any sympathy.

"S-Sorry!" Your voice trembled, and a blush colored your cheeks, feeling both embarrassed and flustered by his abruptness.

"Muichiro, please refrain from being so harsh. She's still recovering from her injuries." Shinobu interjected, her voice holding a hint of reprimand. Well, the boy ignored her as he gave two shits about what she just said.

"(L/N) (Y/N), you're now officially part of the demon slayer corps. Congratulations."

"T-Thank you for everything!"

'I gotta make sure to also thank Shinobu and Tomioka!' You bowed in gratitude to the master.

"Now, this meeting has conclude. Thank you for coming (Y/N). The Hashira meeting needs to starts."

"Allow me to take her into my house!" Exclaimed Shinobu.

'Noooo! I wanted to offer her to stay in my state!' Cried Mitsuri mentally.

Shinobu clapped her hands twice, and in an instant, Goto materialized before her.

'How the fuck does he appear so quickly?' You wondered, amazed by his speed.

"Please, take her to my house and make sure she's comfortable there." Shinobu instructed.

"Alright, Master Koucho!" Goto responded dutifully. As he approached you, he couldn't help but notice your petite stature. You were smaller than he had expected, almost the same size as a toddler. With great care, he gently lifted you into his arms and positioned you on his shoulder. As he began walking away, making sure to support you securely, a sudden though appeared on your head.

'Shit! I want to thank Shinobu and Tomioka for this! If it wasn't for them, I probably wouldn't have become a demon slayer on the first place! I'm staying in the butterfly state so, I'm pretty sure I will encounter Shinobu there but Tomioka... I'm not sure if I'm ever going to see him again! I have to thank him! It's now or never!'

With a determined expression on your face, you tapped Goto on his back, getting his attention. He looked at you oddly, unsure of what you wanted. You then pointed towards Tomioka, puckering your lips and giving him pleading puppy eyes. You were trying to convey that you wanted to say something to the Water Hashira. The attention of the other Hashira was drawn to your actions, wondering why you hadn't left yet. Goto, feeling nervous, understood your intention and asked with apprehension:

"High and m-mighty Master Ubuyashiki! Um, it seems that the girl wants to say something to Master Tomioka... Is it o-okay?!" He stuttered nervously, his voice reaching a high pitch.

"Oh, sure. Let her speak to him." the Master agreed, allowing you to convey your message to Tomioka. Goto, still carrying you, brought you over to where Tomioka stood, and the intense gazes of the other Hashira followed, curious about the reason behind your desire to speak with him.

'Okay, keep it simple. But what should I say?' You thought nervously, feeling the weight of Tomioka's gaze on you. He was incredibly handsome, almost too good to be true. 'Ah, I know! I'll use the approach that Inosuke taught me. It worked with Tanjiro back at the Wisteria House, so there shouldn't be any problems, right...?'

Taking a deep breath to steady yourself, you coughed lightly to signal that you were about to speak. "Tomioka!"

"Yes...?" He responded with a questioning tone, his confusion evident as the tension in the air grew.

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"YOU ARE A BITCH!"

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"...Wha-"

"YOU ARE A SLUT! A SON OF A WHORE! DICKHEAD!"

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"ROT IN HELL! DIE, MOTHERFUCKER!"

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"...Did you fin-"

"BITCH ASS EMO!"

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" :) "

Everyone was left without words. You raised your hands, and waved at him sweetly. "Me happy! Thank you! Bye-Bye!" You couldn't help but giggle like a high school girl, feeling a surge of excitement as an aura of flowers and stars was around you. You playfully moved your feet back and forth while looking at Tomioka with a sweet smile. Goto, feeling nervous, reluctantly left the room with you still on his shoulder. As you both made your way towards the exit, you tilted your head in confusion, noticing the bewildered expression on Tomioka's face. It was quite uncharacteristic of him. Perhaps he was taken aback by the gratitude you had expressed? Well, it was hard to say for sure. The room was filled with an awkward silence as everyone tried to compose themselves after the unexpected turn of events.

"PFF- AHAHAHAHAHAHAH!" Sanemi's uncontrollable laughter echoed through the room. The bitch didn't even tried to hide his laugh. He was laughing so hard, he thought his lungs were to pop out. "O-OH GOD! F-FUCK! I CANNOT BREATH! H-HAVE MERCY ON ME!"

"Mnm...mn...pff..." Obanai, unlike the wind hashira, tried to contain his laugh but it was futile as every inch of his body was tembling. He even had tears on his eyes.

"Pff-" Shinobu had wide eyes and her mouth was tight shut. She, with a flushed face, released her hand from the painful pinch she did on herself to not burst laughing and took a deep breath, trying to regain her composure.

"😦 / 😯" Mitsuri and Himejima gasped in surprise, their eyes widening, while Gyomei straight up grabbed Mitsuri's shoulder and instinctively covered his mouth in shock.

"🙂" Rengoku and Tengen were left speechless, wearing blank smiles on their faces, possibly trying to hold back their laughter.

"...?" Muichiro, having lost interest in the cockroach on the ceiling, finally focused his attention on the strange atmosphere in the room. Tilting his head with a blank expression, he wondered if he had missed something important.

Master Ubuyashiki stood there, still processing the events with a shy smile on his face. He turned to his eldest daughters, Hinaki and Nichika, as he tried to recalled what happened. "My daughters..."

"Yes?" Responded both of them at the same time.

"May you recall the event that just happened now?"

"Of course. The girl, (L/N) (Y/N) before leaving, appeared to have something to say to the water hashira." Hinaki started.

"As she got her opportunity, she said, and I recall..." Nichika cleared her voice. "YOU ARE A BITCH! YOU ARE A SLUT! A SON OF A WHORE! DICKHEAD! ROT IN HELL! DIE, MOTHERFUCKER! BITCH ASS EMO!" Girl even said it in the same tone that you did, she didn't want to miss any details for sure.

"Then she made her way out of the room with the help of a kakushi."

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"Oh lord... Uh, thanks."

"You're welcome." They answered the same time with a bow.

Realizing that the meeting needed to proceed, Ubuyashiki cleared his throat and addressed the remaining hashira. "Well, now that we have resolved the momentary diversion, let us, uh, continue with the hashira meeting as planned, I guess...

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Taisho Secrets ~

- Giyuu def cried to himself after that hashira meeting. (😭)

- Congrats! You gained love points with Sanemi, Obanai and Shinobu.

- Ubuyashiki is reconsidering if it was a good choice to accept you as a part of the demon slayers corps.