Chapter 65

And not only was Koutetsu Sei curious about what color Yuuto's Nichirin Blade would turn out to be, but he also showed a strong curiosity about Yuuto himself.

When forging Yuuto's Nichirin Blade, Koutetsu Sei originally thought that adding fragments of the broken blade would only lower the quality of the Nichirin Blade.

However, after understanding Yuuto's intentions, Koutetsu Sei still re-smelted the previous broken blade and incorporated it into the forging of the Nichirin Blade.

This time, the forging was unexpectedly successful, even to the point where something happened that Koutetsu Sei could not comprehend at all.

Originally, the Nichirin Blade, which had been added with quite ordinary materials, should have been of lower quality compared to a normal Nichirin Blade.

But at the moment of successful forging, Koutetsu Sei, who had been forging blades for many years, could deeply feel that the Nichirin Blade in front of him was the most excellent blade of his forging career!

Koutetsu Sei was very puzzled, as this had already exceeded his previous understanding. The forging technique had not changed, and although the materials used were good, the addition of common iron had caused the blade to be imperfect.

But it was precisely because of this "imperfection" that the blade gained a new possibility.

Koutetsu Sei thought for a long time and finally concluded that the transformation of the blade might be due to the heartfelt intentions it contained.

In the eyes of a top-notch blade forger, a blade also has a life, though the conditions to awaken it are unknown. In Yuuto's Nichirin Blade, Koutetsu Sei saw the possibility of the birth of a legendary "Blade Spirit."

Therefore, while delivering the blade, Koutetsu Sei had been very curious about this person named Tenshouin Yuuto.

And the moment he saw Yuuto in person, Koutetsu Sei saw in him the pure essence of swordsmanship.

"Are you Tenshouin Yuuto? The kid who made the unreasonable request for a special forging?"

Koutetsu Sei, wearing a fire mask and a straw hat, held a long sword with a black lacquered scabbard in his hand and placed it in front of Yuuto, looking at him and asking.

The Nichirin Blade that Koutetsu Sei presented to Yuuto was slightly longer than a regular Nichirin Blade due to the addition of the broken blade material.

The black lacquered scabbard had a purple diamond-shaped tsuba, and the hilt was wrapped in light purple bandages, giving it a rather eerie appearance.

"That's right, I am Tenshouin Yuuto. Is this my Nichirin Blade?"

Yuuto took the Nichirin Blade from Koutetsu Sei, and the moment he held it, he felt a sense of connection with the blade.

Unlike the Nichirin Blade he had borrowed from the girl, Yuuto could clearly feel that this blade was tailor-made for him the moment he held it.

When Yuuto used the system's appraisal function to examine the Nichirin Blade in his hand, a lot of information appeared.

Nichirin Blade (Unnamed)

Item Level: A

A blade meticulously forged by the Demon Slayer Corps' master forger, Koutetsu Sei. The materials used are of high quality, and it contains a precious heart of gratitude, which has elevated it during the forging process.

Effects:

1. The cutting ability can produce the same effect as sunlight, blocking the regenerative abilities of demons and thoroughly destroying them.

2. When using the "Demon Breathing" technique, the cutting power and technique effectiveness are significantly enhanced.

3. This blade contains a strong intention, giving it infinite possibilities. In certain situations, it can unleash mysterious powers.

Looking at the long string of text, Yuuto's mouth was half-open, completely in a state of shock.

He had never expected that the level of his Nichirin Blade would be forged to a full "A" level!

Previously, when he borrowed a Nichirin Blade from a girl on Mount Fuji, Yuuto naturally used the system to appraise it, but the evaluation was only at the "C" level.

And Yuuto had also thought that the level of a regular Nichirin Blade was only "C," and his insistence on adding the broken blade might even lower the Nichirin Blade's level to "C-" or even "D."

But he never imagined that his Nichirin Blade, once forged, not only did not drop in level but reached an unprecedented "A" level, even surpassing the demon-slaying sword he had in his original world.

He had only thought that it was disrespectful to trample on someone else's intentions, and on a whim, he decided to continue the mission of the previous blade, but unexpectedly, he got a good deal.

Seeing Yuuto's half-open mouth and stunned expression, Koutetsu Sei's mask also revealed a very satisfied expression.

Clearly, he believed that Yuuto was a true swordsman and that he had felt the extraordinary nature of the Nichirin Blade the moment he held it.

In fact, when this blade was forged, Koutetsu Sei's expression was not much better than Yuuto's.

"How is it? Are you amazed by my craftsmanship? This blade should be the most excellent work I have forged in my career.

Although there were some flaws in the materials, it gained something even more precious.

To be honest, when forging this blade, I, as a blade forger, was taught a lesson by the blade itself."

"No matter how excellent the materials and how perfect the skills, if there is no matching intention, it is impossible to create a good work.

Even the most excellent materials and the most skillfully forged blades, without the power of the heart, are merely cold steel. But a blade that contains intention is a living companion!"

"Boy, cherish this blade. If I find out you break it, I won't let you off!"

Koutetsu Sei, who usually talked a lot, said a lot, but rarely did he speak so kindly to someone. He was quite grateful to Yuuto for teaching him this lesson.

If the other members of the Demon Slayer Corps saw Koutetsu Sei's attitude at this moment, they would be greatly surprised.

Koutetsu Sei's interpersonal skills were actually quite poor, and he had never paid attention to anything other than blades, so it was rare for him to say such kind words.

"I also need to thank you. This is indeed the best blade I have ever seen, and your forging skills are admirable."

Taking his Nichirin Blade, Yuuto sincerely thanked Koutetsu Sei. Without him, he would not have been able to obtain such a fine blade.

"Let's skip the formalities. Quickly draw your Nichirin Blade and let me see what color it is. I've been eager to know if an extraordinary Nichirin Blade will show a different color!"

Seeing Koutetsu Sei's impatience, Yuuto couldn't help but laugh and slowly drew the Nichirin Blade from its scabbard...