[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong-":3,"chapter-this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--chapter-42":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","This Pillar in Demon Slayer Is Extremely Strong but Overly Cautious",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2335968,4566,"Chapter 42","this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--chapter-42",42,"\u003Cp>Since that day’s confession and becoming official with Kanao Tsuyuri, Zero felt his inner state had changed in many ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for exactly what changes, he couldn’t say.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was as if his emotions had gained some new colors…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he crouched beside a pond, holding a large gold brick engraved with the character “De,” staring at the water as if waiting for something…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This story begins a few hours ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Zero returned to his jurisdiction to begin his patrol, he received a message from Kuwabara Yuki.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several people had gone missing in a nearby village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Multiple individuals had vanished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sensing the gravity of the situation, Zero immediately headed to the village Kuwabara Yuki described.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hours of investigation, he learned all the missing people had gone fishing at a pond several li away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon locating the pond, he retrieved the gold brick from his Nanospace and stationed himself at its edge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One minute…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five minutes…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten minutes…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After another half hour, a faint disturbance finally stirred beneath the pond’s surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Splash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A demon burst from the pond’s depths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon surfaced quickly, extending both hands to strike Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zero was faster—he extended his mechanical left hand and gripped the demon’s throat tightly, then slammed the gold brick down three hard blows on its head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud! Thud! Thud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The demon reeled, dazed and confused, three bloody lumps swelling on its skull.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it wasn’t over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero dragged the demon out of the pond and delivered two heavy “Duang, Duang” strikes to its eyes, knocking it unconscious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he bound it tightly with rope and dragged it away by one leg…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This demon was truly unlucky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had originally dwelled in the territory under Fushiguro Shinjiro’s command.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But because Fushiguro Shinjiro and Zero were both ruthlessly exterminating demons, its territory briefly fell into quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Terrified by this, the demon dared not emerge for several nights in a row, and finally, driven by hunger, fled desperately into another territory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, escaping the tiger’s den, it fell into the dragon’s lair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Zero’s jurisdiction, it found a remote village and hid in the pond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every day, one or two villagers came to fish there, becoming its food source.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After tasting success, it decided to “settle” there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, the villagers didn’t realize the severity of the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three or four days of continuous disappearances, they finally sensed something was wrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kuwabara Yuki, upon investigating, reported the matter to Zero—leading to the scene just witnessed…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After handling the matter, Zero checked the surrounding area thoroughly, then left the village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest would be handled by “Yin.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next came Zero’s solo patrol.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for several days straight, he found no trace of other demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He even searched the most hidden bear dens multiple times—nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This left him frustrated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why were these demons so lazy?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t they respect the profession of Demon Slayer?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was only letting them feel the warmth of the sun—why were they so terrified?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sighed faintly, returned the gold brick to his Nanospace, and left the bear den.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black bear, relieved that the terrifying human had finally left, relaxed its trembling body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whenever this human appeared, it could only cower in the corner, too afraid to even breathe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afraid of being beaten for no reason again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as it thought it was safe, Zero returned—startling it back into the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero glanced at the bear and said, “No female bear here? Looks like a lonely bear.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he turned and walked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pfft!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black bear seemed to understand his words, feeling a crushing blow to its soul.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Roar!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A furious, resentful roar filled the entire bear den.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sun rises in the east and sets in the west; the moon rises in the east and sets in the west.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After days of patrols with no demon attacks, Zero wondered if he should ask Ubuyashiki Kagaya for a few days off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his jurisdiction, not a single demon sighting—not even a shadow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even in the territories of other Pillars, silence seemed to have fallen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even his own Kuwabara Yuki had begun its lazy crow life…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made him suspicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was Muzan Kibutsuji…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anemic?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sigh… Fine. I’ll patrol one more time tonight. If it’s still like this, I’ll head back to the Demon Slayer Corps tomorrow and request leave from the Lord.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d even planned his vacation: taking Kanao Tsuyuri, Xiao Yue, and the Kamado family out for a stroll.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Always burying oneself in work isn’t necessarily good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes, relaxing is a fine choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just then, a samurai clad in purple kimono, a sword at his waist, slowly approached Zero from nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though far away moments ago, he appeared on Zero’s path in mere seconds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the samurai, Zero felt a flicker of danger—just like when he’d encountered Muzan Kibutsuji years ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately activated his Analytical Glasses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Analyzing… Analysis complete]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Kokushibo—Samurai Demon]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Human Era: Kyojuro Iwa]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Rank: Upper Moon One]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[…]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?! This guy is Upper Moon One?!” Zero mentally gasped, but quickly steadied himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing these three data points, he realized his earlier guess had been right!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kyojuro Iwa had indeed become a demon—and Upper Moon One!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Zero’s combat instincts told him this one was no ordinary foe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A swordsman from the Warring States period, with Blazing Mark, Transparent World, and Breathing Techniques—Kyojuro Iwa, now Kokushibo, had spent centuries refining his power; his strength likely reached a terrifying level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, by this world’s standards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He drew his Nichirin Scythe and prepared for battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Kokushibo drew within a few meters, Zero finally saw his appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jet-black high ponytail, six eyes on his face, deep crimson flame patterns on his left forehead and right jaw to neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the central pair of eyes, the left bore the character “Upper,” the right “One.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nichirin Blade at his waist appeared weathered, rusted by time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to Zero’s eyes, the blade was no ordinary weapon—the hilt and tsuba were lined with rows of eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kokushibo was also surprised by Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had merely been wandering at night, idly seeking potential candidates to turn into demons for Muzan Kibutsuji.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By chance, he encountered the human Muzan had described—the one with strange weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kokushibo stroked his chin, sensing on Zero a killing aura forged through countless battles, near-death experiences, and… calmness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No human could possess such a state!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath the moonlight, the atmosphere between man and demon grew unnervingly still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At night, under the moonlight, the atmosphere around the man and the ghost was eerily still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shhh!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Kokushibo opened his mouth, Zero vanished from his spot and reappeared behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He struck first, swinging the Nichirin Scythe straight at Kokushibo’s neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strike first to gain the upper hand, swinging the Sun Wheel Scythe to strike directly at Hei Simou’s neck from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Si Mou never imagined this guy would strike before he even finished speaking, immediately launching a combat technique to counterattack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moon Breathing. Fifth Form: Moon Soul Catastrophic Vortex!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Si Mou stood still without drawing his blade, yet multiple slashes of qi erupted from his body, forming a massive vortex of blade winds that repelled Zero, who had rushed behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, along the trajectory of each slash, countless tiny crescent blades clung to the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the situation turn dire, Zero immediately retracted his Sun Wheel Scythe and blocked it before him, being pushed back one or two meters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was only a test—but this guy’s strength is stronger than expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>According to the underlings of the Void Insect Matriarch in the starry void, he’s at an upper-tier level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero raised his Sun Wheel Scythe again and charged forward, gripping the handle’s end to extend his reach as he swept horizontally past Hei Si Mou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moon Breathing. Second Form: Moonlight Pearl Play!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Si Mou turned around, drew his blade, and slashed out two waves of wind, each carrying numerous tiny crescent blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Zero pushed off with his legs and leapt upward, spinning his body midair with the Sun Wheel Scythe to evade the two strikes—but a large chunk of his cloak hood was sliced clean off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After landing, he turned to face Hei Si Mou, casually unfastening and tossing his torn cloak hood to the ground. Hei Si Mou also turned back to face Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Si Mou: “Pathetic…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero: “Hmm, is that so?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pfft!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A deep gash suddenly split across Hei Si Mou’s face—from forehead to cheek—taking out both his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood gushed profusely, streaming down to his chin and dripping onto the earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He reached up to touch the wound; it healed instantly. His eyes filled with disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Earlier, while dodging Hei Si Mou’s attack, Zero had used the blade of his Sun Wheel Scythe to slash across his face midair, catching him off guard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The attack wasn’t powerful—but to Hei Si Mou, it was an insult!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A warrior’s humiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Activating Transparent World, Zero’s body instantly turned translucent—his bones, blood vessels, and flowing blood all laid bare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his left hand… was obscured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was covered in bizarre, alien structures, their movements so complex even he couldn’t discern their nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He abandoned further thought, raised the blade studded with eyes, and turned defense into offense, launching a counterattack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moon Breathing. Third Form: Loathing Moon: Erosion!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Numerous crescent blades formed along the edge of Hei Si Mou’s blade, striking rapidly and releasing two waves of qi laced with crescent blades of varying sizes toward Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero spun his Sun Wheel Scythe at high speed, shattering each wave of qi. Once the attacks dissipated, he charged forward again with the scythe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moon Breathing. First Form: Dark Moon: Night Palace!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if predicting Zero’s next move, Hei Si Mou sheathed his blade and instantly drew it again, unleashing a slash so swift its path was invisible—each blade of qi adorned with countless crescent blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Zero shifted from his charge into a slide, dodging the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sliding beneath Hei Si Mou’s feet, he braced his mechanical left hand against the ground, leapt upward, wrapped his legs around Hei Si Mou’s neck, and twisted his entire body with full force!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of Hei Si Mou’s neck bones snapping rang out. Seizing the moment, Zero swung his Sun Wheel Scythe toward his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Hei Si Mou had anticipated this—he slashed back with his weapon at that exact instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero, too, had foreseen this, and blocked with his Sun Wheel Scythe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Sun Wheel Scythe, having blocked the strike, used the force to swiftly retreat sideways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Hei Si Mou had already completed rapid regeneration—his broken neck restored to perfect condition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet at this moment, he did not rush to attack. He fixed his gaze on Zero—he sensed Zero’s combat experience and skill were extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, he sensed Zero had not yet unleashed his full strength—as if he were merely testing him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You… are clearly strong, yet so cautious… why?” Hei Si Mou asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sometimes, excessive caution isn’t a bad thing. At least… it grants me more chances to survive!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even so, Zero still held his Sun Wheel Scythe in combat stance, utterly vigilant—no relaxation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the [Analytical Glasses] displayed updated data.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Data collection successful!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This caused Zero to reveal a barely perceptible smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is that so… then…” Before Hei Si Mou could finish, he received a message from Muzan Kibutsuji: “Hei Si Mou, come to the Infinite Castle.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lord Muzan… I am currently… battling the demon slayer you mentioned…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the Infinite Castle, Muzan Kibutsuji’s tone was stunned—he immediately used Hei Si Mou’s vision to observe the scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was true!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hahahaha! Finally, I’ve found this bastard again! Once I turn him into a demon, finding the Blue Bianhua  will be effortless—and even the demon slayer corps will be easily wiped out!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He instantly sent Hei Si Mou a command: “Hei Si Mou, bring him to the Infinite Castle. Keep him alive. This time, I will turn this bastard into a demon!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes… Lord Muzan…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then issued another order to the Koto: “Koto, summon Upper Moon Two, Three, Four, and Six to the Infinite Castle!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, Lord Muzan!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After receiving Muzan Kibutsuji’s command, Hei Si Mou launched another attack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moon Breathing. Sixth Form: Long Night’s Lone Moon: Abyss\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rapid slashes he unleashed appeared chaotic and interwoven, but in truth, all converged into one point—each blade of qi adorned with crescent blades, striking Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing this barrage, Zero spun his Sun Wheel Scythe rapidly, shattering every wave of qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mechanical left hand surged with power—he gripped the Sun Wheel Scythe’s handle, activated Hebi Blade, and charged forward!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Zero’s strange Sun Wheel Blade turn red, a strange memory surfaced in Hei Si Mou’s mind!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body trembled uncontrollably—he knew who that person was!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ena…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of that man, Hei Si Mou’s fury erupted—his mind lost reason, and he slashed wildly at Zero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ping! Chang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two weapons clashed, sparking. Hei Si Mou slashed out a wave of qi; Zero bent backward to evade it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, using the Sun Wheel Scythe as a pivot on the ground, he pushed off and kicked Hei Si Mou square in the chest—with immense force!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Hei Si Mou prepared to counter, Zero’s attack swept in again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hei Si Mou shifted his body slightly, gripped his weapon with both hands, and struck the Sun Wheel Scythe, sliding along its handle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero released his grip and drove his mechanical left fist forward—punching straight through Hei Si Mou’s shoulder, forcing him back again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately after, Zero kicked the Sun Wheel Scythe’s handle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scythe spun upward into the air. Zero leapt after it, caught it mid-flight, and executed a seamless motion—using gravity to deliver a full-power downward slash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the danger, Hei Si Mou—whose shoulder had regenerated—raised his weapon above his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kiang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his blade met the Sun Wheel Scythe, it showed signs of cracking. The impact was devastating—the scythe’s edge carved into his shoulder again, slicing open his back with a deep gash, blood pouring forth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coupled with the Hebi Blade’s effect, the damaged areas were suppressed, unable to regenerate quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, his shoulder and back burned with a searing, lingering pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hei Si Mou… no—you’re Kichiro Iwakura. You really are pitiful.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How tragic, Elder Brother.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero’s words stirred Hei Si Mou’s memories—his inner rage flared even hotter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shut… up!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bam!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zero pulled the pistol strapped to his thigh and fired straight at Hei Si Mou’s head—releasing a surge of electricity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Struck by the current, Hei Si Mou felt his head go numb and immediately retreated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seizing the chance, Zero swung his Sun Wheel Scythe again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at that moment, a harp note rang out—two wooden doors opened beneath both Hei Si Mou’s and Zero’s feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As their bodies fell into the doors, Zero thrust his Sun Wheel Scythe horizontally across the doorway, gripping both ends of the handle to halt his descent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But suddenly, two wooden walls surged from either side of the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Zero didn’t let go, he’d be crushed by the walls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he let go, he’d fall into the Infinite Castle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His mind raced—he made a decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, Zero let go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The instant Zero released his grip and fell into the Infinite Castle, a thunderous crash echoed—the two wooden walls slammed together, and the door sealed shut.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the ground lay Zero’s Sun Wheel Scythe, his torn cloak hood, and… a pool of Hei Si Mou’s blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the traces of battle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So we meet again, White-Haired Demon Slayer! This time, where will you run?!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed, it’s been a long time, Muzan Kibutsuji. Seems you still haven’t learned your lesson!”\u003C\u002Fp>",2610,"2026-06-20T21:22:22.338Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","0e021661e2973c2cb3fb7a5688e8cbbf1ac8e96317719b049288e476a863aa35","this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--chapter-43","this-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--chapter-41",128,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-pillar-in-demon-slayer-is-extremely-strong--cover.jpg"]