Original subtitles

[The Unclouded Soul]

[Episode 4]

So you are the Monarch of All Demons,

Hong Ye?

You insignificant human whelp—

you're not worthy of calling my name.

♪ Desires pile up across the silent wilderness ♪

♪ What in life is truly worth longing for? ♪

♪ In the cycle of reincarnation, all beings are boundless and ordinary ♪

♪ How can one judge demons and specters by mere appearances? ♪

Xiao Yao!

♪ You forge your obsession into vermilion around your fingers ♪

Xiao Yao.

Do you know what you're doing?

♪ Crossing ten thousand years to redeem me in the vast desolation ♪

They cultivate in the valley

and have no dealings whatsoever with the human race.

Why must they suffer such a senseless calamity?

Without seeking cause or reason,

♪ All beings chase the seas of desire, weaving nets of greed and hatred ♪

you stormed into the Demons' Valley and began a massacre—

how is that any different

♪ Only when suffering's carved into steles do we realize it's karmic burden ♪

from the "demons who slaughter the innocent"

you so readily condemn?

♪ Only by burning the heart to ashes can one end the vanity in karma ♪

♪ When the world laughs at my obsession ♪

♪ Only you can understand my most fervent faith ♪

You've killed so many demons,

♪ Let all beings bloom again, breaking free from the shackles of fate ♪

including some minor ones who had just taken human form.

♪ In the end, it's not in vain ♪

That should be more than enough for you to claim merit and rewards.

Now, take your people and leave this place.

Aren't you coming back with us?

She's a demon.

She belongs in the demon realm.

But you're clearly human.

Half-demon blood flows through her veins.

♪ In the cycle of reincarnation, all beings are boundless and ordinary ♪

Now that I've taught her demonic arts,

she's imbued with demonic energy.

There's no turning back for her.

♪ How can one judge demons and specters by mere appearances? ♪

♪ Burned to ashes, the world vast and desolate ♪

Xiao Yao, let's go!

My Lord, your cultivation hasn't fully recovered yet.

You shouldn't have forced it the way you did just now.

It was way too dangerous.

There's a spy.

There must be a spy.

What do you mean?

How could Xiao Yao possibly be a spy?

She just protected us

at Moon-Gazing Terrace.

T-T-That's right.

Without Xiao Yao,

you might not even have survived to return to Youning Cave.

That's right.

Did I say it was her?

Besides, everyone saw it.

If it weren't for the traces of fluorite powder on her,

Demons' Valley wouldn't have suffered this disaster.

Fluorite powder?

Yes, she did have fluorite powder on her.

S-So what?

That doesn't prove

she deliberately brought the fluorite powder in.

Maybe she got it on her by accident.

That's right!

We all went to the test together,

yet none of us got any on us—

only she did.

He's a blockhead.

Are you a blockhead too?

Exactly.

It must be her.

Xiao Yao has always been helping us.

She's been helping us all along!

You...

What's with all this arguing?

Are we having internal conflict now?

I wouldn't call this internal conflict.

My Lord,

it's just that we suspect Xiao Yao

of leading the Feiyu Guards into our Demons' Valley,

so there's some disagreement.

I didn't.

Then you didn't.

If Xiao Yao says she didn't, then of course she didn't.

After all,

Xiao Yao was brought here by His Lordship.

She has always enjoyed

His Lordship's special care.

So you're suggesting

that both she and I are guilty,

right?

My Lord, you speak too harshly.

But we demons have always been fair with rewards and punishments.

If Xiao Yao wants us to believe her,

she needs to provide some

evidence to prove her innocence.

Lord Heiwu makes a valid point.

Since there's currently no evidence proving

that Xiao Yao is a spy,

she only needs to prove that she isn't one.

So you must have come up with

some good solution, haven't you?

The head of the Feiyu Guards wields a strange blade,

its body dark red—

not an ordinary weapon.

It seems to harbor a soul

and bears a deep grudge against our kind.

I believe

that since the Feiyu Guards are our greatest enemy,

and with such a formidable weapon,

if this blade is not eliminated,

it will eventually become a hidden threat to us.

If Xiao Yao can bring this blade back to the demon clan,

it would not only remove that threat

but also serve as a good way for her to prove her innocence.

Hmm.

I'll go.

I'll go with her.

I believe Xiao Yao is not a spy.

I'll go too.

Yes.

Yes.

Luoluo, you...

Alright.

Let me see.

Here you go.

We've struck it rich!

My Lord, check out this tortoise shell.

It must be 1,000 years old.

Indeed.

I'll send it to your residence later.

Dismissed.

Yes, sir.

There's more over there.

My Lord.

What are you lot doing?

Congratulations on your great victory, My Lord.

You'll surely be promoted when we return.

Congratulations, My Lord.

Felicitations, My Lord.

Hong Ye escaped,

and you call that a great victory?

Pass on my order:

continue the pursuit of the remaining fugitives.

Demon Slayer.

Perhaps we should return first

and plan our next move carefully.

After this battle,

the demons have suffered heavy losses.

We should press our advantage.

Why let them off so easily?

My Lord.

The Emperor established the Feiyu Guards

specifically to eliminate demons.

If we truly eliminated all demons,

what purpose would the Feiyu Guards serve?

We must eliminate demons, but not all of them.

They need to remain somewhat of a threat to humans

for our existence to remain necessary.

My Lord.

We know you have a blood feud with the demons,

but those of us serving under you

all have families to support.

We truly cannot act as boldly as you do.

Please understand our situation, My Lord.

My Lord, shall we

head back?

Demon Slayer, you're truly wise.

Feiyu Guards!

Yes!

Take a headcount.

We're heading back!

All hail the Demon Slayer!

All hail the Demon Slayer!

All hail the Demon Slayer!

Demons' Valley isn't safe anymore.

Taking this chance to leave

is your best option.

You already know how to conceal your demonic energy.

Finding a deserted place to lie low

shouldn't be difficult for you.

I didn't agree to this

to flee at a critical moment.

What I hate most is being wrongfully accused.

So I must get that blade

and clear myself of those false charges.

I'm off.

Where are we going?

Xiao Yao.

Be careful on the way.

Don't worry.

Even if I encounter any trouble,

I still have this.

Let's go.

So where are we going to find that demon-slaying blade?

Pingjiang Prefecture.

What's Pingjiang Prefecture for?

You'll see when we get there.

Alright.

Didn't you say you'd escort us out of the valley?

Why are you taking us up the mountain instead?

Right.

Before we set off, His Lordship instructed me

to teach you a life-saving technique.

The three of you, think carefully

about what you want to learn.

Anything at all?

Only one?

I'm afraid you'll struggle to learn even one.

Well...

I want to learn cloud-riding technique then.

That way, when danger comes,

I can carry Xiao Yao and Dali on my back

and fly up into the sky.

Nice thought.

But I'm afraid

there's no cloud in this world that could bear your weight.

The invisibility technique.

That way, humans won't be able to detect us.

So they won't be able to catch us.

Right! Then we won't even need to reveal ourselves

to retrieve the blade.

Let's learn this one!

With your limited power,

mastering the invisibility technique

would take at least 60 years.

Sixty years? That's a bit long.

That's way too long.

I heard there's a demonic art

that can turn leaves into silver.

Is that true?

It is true.

That's actually not difficult.

-What's the use of that? -What's the use of that?

It's extremely useful!

We'll learn this one.

Now that we've learned the most powerful technique,

we'll have nothing to worry about when we get to the human realm.

Will it work?

Let's give it a try.

It worked!

It worked!

-Will this work? -It's hard. It's hard.

Give it back!

This is extremely useful.

Let me tell you,

with this in the human realm,

you'll be treated like royalty.

Really?

To prevent demons from entering the city,

everyone who wants to enter

must be exorcised by the Master first.

Anyone who avoids the holy water exorcism

will be dealt with as a demon.

Next.

Why won't my legs stop shaking?

Your shaking legs are fine,

just keep your nose from showing.

We should've learned the invisibility technique instead,

even if it would take longer to master.

What should we do?

No good. Let's find another way.

Next.

Come back.

Let me show you the power of silver.

Let's go.

Officer. Officer.

Officer.

I'm a relative of the Prefect, coming from his hometown.

There's been a family emergency,

and I need to report it to him immediately.

Could you please make an exception?

Come on, next.

Let's go. Come on.

Hold on.

A relative of the Prefect, are you?

Yes.

Well then, tell me,

where is the Prefect's

hometown?

Xiyi...

Where?

That's his ancestral home.

He was born in Qizhou.

Qizhou?

And then he grew up in Jian'an.

What is

the Prefect's surname?

Wang?

Wang was his surname when he was a child, inherited from his father.

T-Then he changed it

to his mother's surname, Zhang.

And after that, he changed it again to...

Enough.

Next.

As for this ingot of silver,

consider it a fine.

I'm in

a good mood today,

so I won't take you to the county office.

Come on, use your brain.

If she were really the Prefect's relative,

would she need to bribe you?

If you really want to enter the city,

go to the back of the line like everyone else.

We're just in a hurry,

so I...

We need to save time...

Come on, let's go.

Let's go. Let's go.

Let's find another way in.

This isn't working at all.

Wait.

You don't want it anymore?

Silver!

Who dropped their silver?

Silver! My silver!

Over here!

Right, whose money is this?

Hurry and pick it up!

H-Hand it all over to me!

Alright, alright.

We're safe now.

This. I want this.

Sir.

You want to eat me?

This isn't you.

This is me.

This isn't.

I'll eat it.

How is it?

So good. Even sweeter than honey.

Have a try.

Good. It's really good.

Right?

[Jinxiu Boutique]

Get out.

Is this a place you're supposed to be?

Please come in.

That's pretty!

Not really. I think it's too plain.

What do you think? Is this pretty?

So beautiful.

Where's Luoluo?

Luoluo!

Coming, coming!

You're going to be dressed like this?

Doesn't it look good?

Aren't these the boss's clothes?

Don't they look impressive?

Would you three like to dine?

Yes.

We have private rooms inside.

Please.

Watch your step.

Please be careful.

Come on.

Pig ear salad,

roasted pig skin,

stewed pig's trotters and stir-fried pig liver.

No problem!

They can make so many dishes with you!

Wait.

Yes?

I don't want any of these.

Aside from these,

bring us one of each dish you have in your restaurant.

But our restaurant has over 100 dishes.

Then bring us 10 at a time.

I'm entertaining my friends

and want to try something new.

This is a restaurant,

we sell food,

and we're not afraid of big eaters.

Please wait a moment.

You're still not full?

Have you ever been full?

Oh my.

Your nose!

Just eat quietly. Don't snuffle.

You're drawing attention.

Pull your nose back in.

Waiter, bring wine!

Right away!

Xiao Yao, they're demon hunters!

What bad luck.

It's okay.

We're minor demons.

They won't be able to sense us.

Don't look. Keep your voice down.

Don't look. Just eat normally.

Waiter.

Coming.

Do you have any private rooms available?

Sorry, all private rooms are taken.

Clear one out

and clean it thoroughly.

Judging by his outfit,

he's from Qionghua Sect.

[Jin Muqing]

Master.

We've searched all of Pingjiang Prefecture.

The mortal world is filthy,

and this is the best restaurant we could find.

I'm afraid Mistress and Junior will have to endure.

It's fine.

I just want to have some noodles with my daughter.

No need to trouble them.

Come on.

[Mrs. Jin] [Yunyi]

The first floor is crowded.

Let's eat upstairs.

-There are stairs. -Be careful.

One.

Lift your foot.

Two.

Three.

Four.

It's said that Jin Muqing, the master of Qionghua Sect,

is a descendant of Immortal Swordsman,

someone who can drink tea with the Old Immortal of the South Pole

and play Go with Lu the Progenitor on Mount Tianzhu.

Why has he descended to the mortal world today?

The imperial court is offering a huge reward.

[Huoyun Sect]

[Sect: Qianji Sect; Residence: Miao Frontier; Weapon: Poison]

Qionghua Sect is also here for a piece of the action.

So these transcendent beings

are no better than us after all.

-They're also into those worldly things. -Here comes the soup!

Are you asking for trouble?

Do you have a death wish?

I'm terribly sorry, gentlemen!

I'm terribly sorry!

Get lost!

I'll go get a cloth right now!

I'll go right away!

[Jifeng Sect]

[Tianyu Sect] [Qionghua Sect]

Found it.

Qionghua Sect: the oldest demon-hunting sect.

Residence: Mount Shu.

Weapon: Sword.

Combat level: Class One.

Ultimate technique:

a sword art called

the Threefold Supreme Sword Force.

So that means they're very powerful, right?

What are we waiting for then?

Let's go! Hurry!

Let's go. Let's go.

This place is wonderful.

After spending some time in the bustling human realm,

don't you feel less afraid and resentful of humans?

Of course.

If all our friends from Demons' Valley

could visit the human realm once,

I bet none of them would want to go back.

Right, Luoluo?

Yes. That's right.

What did I just say?

That pastry

was really delicious.

All you think about is food.

How about we conjure up some more food?

My Lord.

Your energy has been unstable lately.

Are you still

thinking about Pingjiang Prefecture?

Get lost.

My Lord,

do you want me to roll horizontally,

vertically,

diagonally,

or on my back?

My Lord,

admitting the truth

isn't shameful.

If you're really worried

and troubled,

I can accompany you to Pingjiang.

I told you to...

Get lost.

I know.

My...

My Lord?

Didn't you tell me to get lost?

Why did you leave instead?

You've encountered danger?

You don't look like it.

The food here is too delicious.

Just tasting a bit of everything

made me too full to sleep.

So I need you to join me for a walk, Demon Lord.

Don't you know

this jade pendant is meant to protect your life?

Exactly.

I was worried I might die from overeating.

Let's go.

Come on.

This street has a lot of delicious food, fun activities,

and things to see.

Try a bite.

Just one bite.

Isn't it good?

Yes,

it's delicious.

Here you go, sir.

Alright, thank you.

And that! Let's go.

Do I look scary?

You do.

You look like a demon.

[Masks]

Try one too.

So frightening.

When you don't smile, you look just as frightening.

Your tea soup is here.

Thank you.

Please enjoy, both of you.

My Lord, please try the soup.

Take a sip.

How is it?

If you don't like it, just spit it out.

If you don't like it, just spit it out.

Not everyone can handle this.

You really don't like it?

I do.

If you stay here for a few more days,

I'll take you around to explore and eat,

and you'll find it extremely wonderful.

Then you

won't hate humans so much anymore.

Some grudges are hard to forget,

and some feelings

are hard to let go.

This time during the slaughter of Demons' Valley,

we've made a great contribution.

That's right!

Those demon hunters are completely unreliable.

They still have to count on our Feiyu Guards.

Exactly.

Don't go.

Come on. Come on.

You don't want wine but tea, right?

His Majesty gave you those uniforms

to protect the people,

not to bully them!

Who's this?

I just crushed Demons' Valley

and slayed a 1,000-year-old great demon.

If it weren't for me,

everyone in Pingjiang

would have been eaten by demons already.

So impressive?

If you've got real skills,

why not have a duel with me?

You want a duel?

Bring it on!

Missed.

She missed!

She missed! She missed!

It's just been a few days,

yet your skills have improved.

Still not convinced?

Heaven and earth without limits,

yin and yang...

Yin and yang, lend me your power.

Wind and clouds carry my command,

dragons and snakes transform to feathers.

Gods of thunder and lightning,

heed my call!

Golden light naturally shines, illuminating all heavens.

Fire!

Golden light naturally shines, illuminating all heavens. Fire!

Hurry up...

Fire!

Wind! Wind! Wind!

Wind!

Run!

First fire, then wind.

[Pingjiang]

Do you have any common sense at all?

I was too anxious and forgot.

I tolerate you

because I see your misfortune,

being dragged into the conflict between humans and demons for no reason.

But that doesn't mean you can take advantage of my kindness.

Isn't it because

I look like that Ning'an?

Alright, alright.

I won't say it. I won't say it again.

My Lord,

your clothes are all dirty.

My Lord,

I'll take you to buy a new one.

It's right over there. Let's go.

No need.

If you have this much free time,

you might as well practice your demonic arts well

and learn to conceal your identity.

I'm leaving now.

Behave yourself.

I was wrong.

I was wrong, okay?

I called you to the human realm

just wanting you to experience its beauty,

but it was completely useless.

I even mixed up the order of wind and fire.

I'm so stupid.

Your clothes got dirty,

and I can't even buy you a new one.

I'm so useless.

I really don't know what to do with you.

Shoulder width: 14 inches.

Got it! Shoulder width: 14 inches.

Neck: 11 inches.

Neck: 11 inches.

♪ Afraid of the exchanged life and death, the sword blocking the way ♪

♪ The chains that are hard to break, hard to distinguish ♪

♪ Perhaps it's all for nothing ♪

♪ Love and hate are nothing more ♪

Waist: 27 inches.

Waist: 27 inches.

♪ Than a scene we rush through ♪

♪ Afraid of giving my true heart ♪

That should be...

Enough, right?

♪ The obsession that rises like magpies ♪

Yeah, enough.

Boss, bring the clothes.

♪ Boiling hot ♪

Sir, you truly are a gem among men.

These clothes make you look even more distinguished.

♪ You and I are like grass and trees meeting in the depths of the clouds ♪

Handsome.

Yes.

But too frivolous.

♪ Like the red thread strung together, hanging on a sharp sword ♪

You look exactly like a top scholar!

Sir, you look magnificent!

Good!

But it looks a bit too mature.

♪ Waiting for the heartbeat to shatter time ♪

This...

♪ The chains of fate ♪

♪ Belong to us, in the blink of an eye, it's 1,000 years ♪

Good. This one it is.

♪ You and I meet across mountains and rivers, under the bright moon ♪

It matches what I'm wearing quite well.

♪ The obsession that rises like magpies ♪

♪ Both flushing ♪

Thank you, Boss.

[Jinxiu Boutique]

We'll come back again.

♪ Waiting to walk hand in hand through the chessboard of fate ♪

[Silk Store]

♪ The carefree moments that belong to us ♪

Old demon, just admit it.

Cultivating with those flowers and plants

♪ Moments ♪

all day is no fun.

You should come to the human realm more often.

Who knows, maybe you'll...

Xiao Yao.

I know.

You want me to live in harmony with humans.

I appreciate your good intentions.

But now,

it's not that demons won't let humans go,

but humans cannot accept coexisting with demons.

Moreover,

the Feiyu Guards have pushed Demons' Valley to such desperate straits.

The situation between humans and demons

will only become more severe.

You should focus on your own safety first.

That jade pendant is meant to protect your life.

In the future, unless it's absolutely necessary,

don't summon me again.

Divine talismans and spiritual pills!

To drive away demons and ward off evil!

Divine talismans and spiritual pills!

To drive away demons and ward off evil!

Divine talismans and spiritual pills!

Xiao Yao.

If humans and demons

were to fight to the death again,

which side would you take?

[Avoid] [Silence]

My Lord.

My daughter suddenly disappeared last night.

We've searched everywhere in the city,

but she's nowhere to be found.

She's my only daughter.

I beg you to uncover the truth, My Lord.

My Lord!

What are you making such a fuss about?

It's only been one night, hasn't it?

Couldn't she just be out having fun somewhere?

Go find her yourself.

She's a good girl.

She wouldn't have wandered off.

We've looked everywhere, My Lord!

My Lord.

This is already the fifth missing person report

in the past two days.

Madam,

please get up.

How are you certain

that your daughter has gone missing?

My daughter usually

never leaves the house.

She was talking with me in the courtyard just last night.

I just went to the kitchen

to get a bowl of soup,

and she was gone, My Lord!

Please don't be anxious.

Could you take me

to where your daughter disappeared?

Okay.

Okay.

Please lead the way.

My Lord, it's over there.

My Lord, it's right here.

Everyone, search the area.

Last night, right here,

I was talking with my daughter while we enjoyed the cool air.

She said she was a little hungry,

and since her maid, Xiaoyu, wasn't around,

I went to the kitchen

to get her a bowl of soup.

But when I returned,

she was gone.

No one saw her leave.

But...

Don't be afraid, Madam.

The Feiyu Guards are here.

My Lord, we didn't find anything unusual.

Madam,

at what hour did she disappear?

Around 7 to 9 PM.

It's okay.

We'll wait until 9 PM then.

9 PM?

9 PM.

Xiao Yao, we're back.

Come on.

Check this out.

You want so many leaves for silver—

what delicious food are you planning to buy?

Let's buy pretty things first.

B-Buy food.

Alright, let's buy pretty things first,

-then delicious food. -We've bought pretty things

and delicious food,

and we've enjoyed fun activities.

It's time to get down to business.

How should we do that?

Can we find

the blade in that place?

That place is full of

people and information.

We need to make that blade

come to us on its own.

[Dehuan Pavilion]

Sis, Mr. Xu has reserved a private room tonight,

and Mr. Song has made a long-term reservation.

Everything's arranged.

Just rest assured.

Gentlemen,

we're not open yet...

Thank you, sir.

Well, you...

Gentlemen,

please come in.

Right, right.

This way, please.

Please.

Have a seat.

I want to sit over there

to see the performance from that angle.

That won't do.

Mr. Song has a long-term reservation there.

We really can't, sir.

You're putting me in a difficult position.

I'm out of silver.

Look, this is just...

Please come this way then!

Come on.

Let's go.

This way, please.

Gentlemen, do you know any of our ladies?

This is our first time here.

As the saying goes, "first time strangers, second time friends."

Why not ask all the girls to come out

so we can get acquainted?

Sure.

Ladies,

come out and meet our distinguished guests.

Hurry, ladies!

Hurry up!

This pressure feels so good.

Here,

a reward.

Have another one.

-Is it sweet, sir? -Is it good?

I think

those two seem to be female.

As long as they give us real silver,

who cares if they're male or female?

Understood, sis.

Have another one.

Alright.

So nice.

Bravo.

Xiao Yao, look!

I choose him.

Alright, alright.

Stop, stop!

Alright, alright.

Everyone.

Recently, my home has been haunted by evil spirits,

causing me no peace.

I've invited many sorcerers over, but none of them have been able to help.

I've heard that the Demon Slayer of the Feiyu Guards,

Master Bingzhu,

has a demon-slaying blade

of incredible power.

I wish to borrow that precious blade.

He must have lost his mind.

He's an official from the imperial city,

who doesn't know his place.

Exactly.

How could a divine weapon be lent out casually?

Indeed.

Exactly.

I may be untalented, but my family is rather wealthy.

This is just a deposit.

Whoever has the ability

to bring that precious blade here,

once I verify its authenticity,

will be rewarded with a cartload of gold.

A cartload of gold?

I'll do it!

That's a cartload of gold!

A cartload of gold!

Let's go! Come on!

What kind of blade is it, worth this much?

Indeed.

Xiao Yao, will this work?

In the human realm, money is the greatest law.

Let's go.

I'm scared.

Every minute with pretty ladies is priceless.

Sir, please don't waste this precious time.

That's right. Enjoy yourself, sir.

Have a wonderful time.

Please, sir, don't replace me.

If Madam finds out, she'll surely punish me

and won't give me any food.

Please, sir!

Please don't replace me!

Sir...

Get up.

I... I won't replace you.

Sit down.

Well,

you just said

if you're replaced, you won't get food.

Haven't you eaten yet?

No.

Come on, eat these.

May I?

Of course.

Eating is the most important thing in the world.

Go ahead and eat.

Thank you.

Try this too.

It's delicious.

I

would like to learn some

beauty secrets today.

Tell me everything you know

right away.

Look, if you mix honey with milk

and apply it to your face daily,

within a month,

your face will be as smooth as a peeled egg.

Really?

It's best to try using facial powder before bed too.

What is this facial powder?

It's for washing your face.

Besides your face, to become beautiful,

your temperament is also important.

Dance is a way to enhance your temperament.

I want to learn to dance!

For dancing,

we'll start with flexibility training.

Up. Up. Up.

Sir, is your leg alright?

It's fine.

Sir, you truly have exceptional talent.

Really? Just like that?

What else is there?

I want to learn more.

Yes, there is.

Call all of them over.

Demon.

This quilt is so fragrant and soft.

This is my first time sleeping on such a soft bed.

Then cover yourself well

and sleep tight.

And then

have a sweet dream.

When you wake up, you can continue eating.

Aren't you going to sleep?

I... I'm not sleepy yet.

Then tell me a story.

I...

I don't know how to tell stories.

How about I weave a grass figure for you?

It's done.

You're so skillful.

I'll keep this forever.

When I go back home,

I'll give it to my little brother.

If your brother likes it,

I'll make one for him too.

You're the best person

I've ever met.

My Lord, you're back.

You must be exhausted working so late.

My wife has prepared a table of fine food and wine.

We've been waiting for your return, My Lord,

so you can enjoy a good meal and relieve your fatigue.

My Lord, please.

My Lord,

please take the seat of honor.

Mr. Ji.

It's me.

You? How did you get in?

That's not important.

My Lord,

I have some

wonderful news to share with you.

Prefect Liu, you've got something to discuss with me?

It's nothing special.

Just treating you to a simple meal, My Lord.

I wonder if the food

suits your taste, My Lord.

You might as well speak frankly.

My mother is over 70 years old now.

She lives in the countryside

and was originally in good health.

But recently, she's contracted a strange illness.

I've consulted many famous doctors,

but nothing has helped.

She shows no signs of improvement.

A sorcerer said she might be possessed.

So I was wondering

if I could borrow your precious blade for a while, My Lord,

to hang it in my home

and drive away evil spirits.

My mother is very elderly.

I truly have no other options.

That's why I've put aside my pride to ask for your help.

Please grant my request, My Lord.

Tell me the truth.

This is the truth.

Demon Slayer! I've got important matters to report in person.

Demon Slayer!

My Lord, I have urgent matters to report.

What is it?

May I have a word in private?

Prefect Liu is one of us.

Just say it here.

Sit.

You sit too.

Go ahead.

My Lord.

I have a presumptuous request, My Lord.

I just received a message from home

that my father has been possessed by evil spirits,

and ordinary medical treatments have all been ineffective.

Only a pure yang treasure

can drive away the evil spirits.

My Lord.

My father raised me to success,

spending all our family fortune.

I have no way to repay him.

-So no matter I... -So you want to use my blade

to ward off evil spirits for your father?

That's right. That's right.

You're so perceptive, My Lord.

I'll just borrow it for one night

and return it tomorrow morning.

Please grant my request, My Lord.

I'd like to thank you on behalf of my father, My Lord!

Sit.

What a coincidence.

Commander Ji's father

needs my blade to drive away evil spirits.

Right.

Prefect Liu's mother

needs my blade

to protect their house.

It seems those demons

have used quite a lot of tricks on you lately, huh?

Indeed.

I have a better idea.

I'll first visit your mother

and then your father.

If there are really demons at work,

I'll use this blade to slay them.

Wouldn't that be better?

No, no, no.

Save his father first.

My mother's condition isn't urgent.

When do we leave?

First come, first served.

First come, first served.

No, no, no.

Save his father first.

-No, no, no. -My mother's condition is not serious.

No, no, no.

Save his mother first.

Save his father first.

What exactly is going on here!

My Lord.

Someone wants

to borrow your precious blade to ward off evil spirits.

Who?

I don't know his name,

but he seems like a spoiled rich child,

spending money like water.

He appears to be from the capital.

He's offering a reward in Pingjiang,

saying

whoever can get your precious blade for him

will be rewarded with a cartload of gold.

A cartload of gold?

No one told you?

I never thought my blade

would be worth so much.

So where is this rich guy?

Take me to meet him.

This is my family heirloom blade.

Check it out. It's identical.

-What blade? -What kind of junk is this?

-You scammer! -It's my family heirloom.

Give your blade to me!

To hell with your blade!

Get out of my way!

Where did this scammer come from?

Exactly.

Who does he think he's fooling?

You nasty woman, just you wait!

Get lost!

And what's your business here?

Offering a blade.